Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6120845 | Journal of Clinical Virology | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Modification of viral genome transcription, replication and apoptosis kinetics, changes in antigenicity and antiviral drug susceptibility are known determinants of virulence. We report several point mutations with putative roles in viral fitness and virulence, and discuss their potential to result in more virulent phenotypes. Monitoring of specific mutations and genetic patterns in influenza viral genes is essential for risk assessing emergent strains, disease epidemiology and public health implications.
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Authors
Marta Tiago GÃria, Helena Rebelo de Andrade, LuÃs André Santos, Vanessa Martins Correia, Sónia Vicente Pedro, Madalena Almeida Santos,