serovarspecific
Serovarspecific refers to the identification and classification of bacterial strains based on specific serological variations, primarily within the genus *Salmonella* and *Yersinia*. Serovars are distinct variants of a bacterial species that differ in their surface antigens, which are proteins or polysaccharides that elicit an immune response. These variations are typically detected through serological testing, such as the agglutination reaction with specific antibodies, allowing for precise identification and differentiation of strains.
The concept of serovars is most prominently applied to *Salmonella enterica*, which comprises over 2,500 serovars,
In *Yersinia*, particularly *Yersinia pestis*, the causative agent of plague, serovars are less commonly discussed, as
Serovar-specific testing involves the use of standardized antisera to detect O (somatic), H (flagellar), and Vi