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influenza virus [‚in·flü′en·zə ‚vī·rəs] (virology) Any of three immunological types, designated A, B, and C, belonging to the myxovirus group which cause influenza. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Avian influenza has attracted worldwide attention because highly pathogenic avian influenza virus subtype H5N1 can cause fatal infections in humans (1) and other mammals (2). The experiments with mice infected with the 1918 influenza virus are important but not surprising ("The Bad Fight: Immune systems harmed 1918 flu patients," SN: 9/30/06, p. This clinical update will provide information about the influenza virus and its modes of transmission. |
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