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Identification of measles virus genotype B3 associated with outbreaks in Islamabad, Pakistan, 2013-2015.
Journal of infection and public health - 1 Jan 2000
Zaidi Syed S Z, Hameed Abdul, Suleman Rana Muhammad, Alam Muhammad M, Umair Massab, Aamir Uzma B, Hussain Maqbool, Sharif Salmaan, Shaukat Shahzad, Angez Mehar, Khurshid Adnan
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BACKGROUND: Measles virus infection remains a significant cause of childhood mortality and morbidity despite continued global efforts and the availability of a safe and effective vaccine. Molecular analysis of indigenous measles viruses could provide critical information on outbreak linkages and transmission pathways that can aid the implementation of appropriate control programs in Pakistan. METHODS: Blood...
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