Distribution of hepatitis B virus genotypes in the general population of Myanmar via nationwide study

Distribution of hepatitis B virus genotypes in the general population of Myanmar via nationwide study

Abstract Background Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections are a severe health concern worldwide. HBV is a DNA virus with a rapid rate of mutation. Based on heterogeneity of the nucleotide sequence, the HBV strains are divided into nine genotypes, each with a characteristic geographical distribution. Id...

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Main Authors: Yi Yi Kyaw, Aye Aye Lwin, Khin Saw Aye, Hlaing Myat Thu, Moh Moh Htun, Hnin Ohmar Soe, Kay Thi Aye, Kyaw Zin Thant, Hyeon Jeong Hwang, JaeHun Cheong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-07-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Hepatitis B virus
Genotype
Sub-genotype
Myanmar
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-020-05269-z

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