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Pseudorabies Virus EP0 Protein Counteracts an Interferon-Induced Antiviral State in a Species-Specific Manner
15 Oct 2006
Abstract excerpt
Pseudorabies virus (PRV), an alphaherpesvirus related to herpes simplex virus type 1 and varicella-zoster virus, infects a broad host range of mammals. A striking characteristic of PRV infection is the different symptoms and outcomes of infection in natural and nonnatural hosts. Adult pigs, the natural hosts of PRV, survive infection with only mild respiratory symptoms, while nonnatural hosts, including rodents...
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