Population structure of Lassa Mammarenavirus in West Africa

Lassa mammarenavirus (LASV) is the etiologic agent of Lassa fever. In endemic regions in West Africa, LASV genetic diversity tends to cluster by geographic area. Seven LASV lineages are recognized, but the role of viral genetic determinants on disease presentation in humans is uncertain. We investig...

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Main Authors: Diego Forni, Manuela Sironi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Viruses
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/12/4/437