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Characterization of inter-genogroup reassortant rotavirus strains detected in hospitalized children in Italy.
Journal of medical virology - 1 Sept 2007
Medici Maria Cristina, Abelli Laura Anna, Martella Vito, Martinelli Monica, Lorusso Eleonora, Buonavoglia Canio, Dettori Giuseppe, Chezzi Carlo
Abstract excerpt
Analysis of archival stool collections provides an invaluable source of virus strains and genetic material that may be exploited for molecular, epidemiological, and biological studies. The aim of this study was the molecular characterization of unusual human rotavirus (HRV) strains displaying atypical combinations of electropherotype (e-type) and VP4 and/or VP7 genotypes. Analysis of a panel of archival stools...
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