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Abstract

The release of the complete genome sequences of MC58 and Z2491 along with access to the sequences of FAM18 and FA1090 allowed the construction of a pan- microarray, with every gene in all four genomes represented. The microarray was used to analyse a selection of strains including all serogroups and commensal species. For each strain, genes were defined as present, divergent or absent using analysis software. Comparison of the strains identified genes that were conserved within serogroup B strains but absent from all commensal strains tested, consisting of mainly virulence-associated genes and transmissible elements. The microarray was able to distinguish between pilin genes, orthologues and serogroup-specific capsule biosynthetic genes, and to identify and genotypes. Previously described genes involved in iron response, adherence to epithelial cells, and pathogenicity were compared to the microarray analysis. The microarray data correlated with other genetic typing methods and were able to predict genotypes for uncharacterized strains and thus offer the potential for a rapid typing method. The subset of pathogen-specific genes identified represents potential drug or vaccine targets that would not eliminate commensal neisseriae and the associated naturally acquired immunity.

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