Evolution of the M gene of the influenza A virus in different host species: large-scale sequence analysis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Influenza A virus infects not only humans, but also other species including avian and swine. If a novel influenza A subtype acquires the ability to spread between humans efficiently, it could cause the next pandemic. Therefore it is...

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Main Authors: Kamigaki Taro, Suzuki Akira, Furuse Yuki, Oshitani Hitoshi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-05-01
Series:Virology Journal
Online Access:http://www.virologyj.com/content/6/1/67