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[Genetic diversity of viruses. Consequences for screening and prevention].
Transfusion clinique et biologique : journal de la Societe francaise de transfusion sanguine - 1 Oct 2000
Barin F, Laperche S, Couroucé A M
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The evolution of viruses contributes to their diversification, whether it be a result of their own replication, or host-pressure dependent. Certain viral types, groups or subtypes are therefore found in certain regions of the world or in certain populations. The development of blood screening reagents is nearly always based on viral antigens or viral sequences derived from 'prototype' strains or antibodies raised...
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