Abstract
Pigs are considered susceptible to influenza A virus infections from different host origins because earlier studies have shown that they have receptors for both avian (sialic acid-alpha-2,3-terminal saccharides (SA-alpha-2,3)) and swine/human (SA-alpha-2,6) influenza viruses in the upper respiratory tract. Furthermore, experimental and natural infections in pigs have been reported with influenza A virus from avian and human sources.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Virology Journal |
Vol/bind | 8 |
Udgave nummer | 434 |
Antal sider | 14 |
ISSN | 1743-422X |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2011 |