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Evolution of dengue virus type 3 genotype III in Venezuela: diversification, rates and population dynamics.
Virology journal - 18 Nov 2010
Ramírez Alvaro, Fajardo Alvaro, Moros Zoila, Gerder Marlene, Caraballo Gerson, Camacho Daria, Comach Guillermo, Alarcón Victor, Zambrano Julio, Hernández Rosa, Moratorio Gonzalo, Cristina Juan, Liprandi Ferdinando
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Dengue virus (DENV) is a member of the genus Flavivirus of the family Flaviviridae. DENV are comprised of four distinct serotypes (DENV-1 through DENV-4) and each serotype can be divided in different genotypes. Currently, there is a dramatic emergence of DENV-3 genotype III in Latin America. Nevertheless, we still have an incomplete understanding of the evolutionary forces underlying the evolution of...
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