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An overview of the lagomorph immune system and its genetic diversity.
Immunogenetics - 1 Feb 2016
Pinheiro Ana, Neves Fabiana, Lemos de Matos Ana, Abrantes Joana, van der Loo Wessel, Mage Rose, Esteves Pedro José
Abstract excerpt
Our knowledge of the lagomorph immune system remains largely based upon studies of the European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), a major model for studies of immunology. Two important and devastating viral diseases, rabbit hemorrhagic disease and myxomatosis, are affecting European rabbit populations. In this context, we discuss the genetic diversity of the European rabbit immune system and extend to available...
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