Replication of avian, human and swine influenza viruses in porcine respiratory explants and association with sialic acid distribution
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Throughout the history of human influenza pandemics, pigs have been considered the most likely "mixing vessel" for reassortment between human and avian influenza viruses (AIVs). However, the replication efficiencies of infl...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-02-01
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| Series: | Virology Journal |
| Online Access: | http://www.virologyj.com/content/7/1/38 |