Escherichia coli F4 diarrhoea in pigs

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The book delves into the genetic factors influencing E. coli diarrhoea in pigs, particularly focusing on Enterotoxigenic E. coli (ETEC) and its F4 variants. It highlights the dominant inheritance of the receptor gene F4bcR on porcine chromosome 13, linking it to specific SNPs associated with susceptibility to E. coli infections. The study reveals complexities in adhesion phenotypes, showing variations in offspring based on parental susceptibility. This research underscores the genetic basis of disease resistance in the pig industry, aiming to mitigate mortality and losses.