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PRRSV-2 variant classification: a dynamic nomenclature for enhanced monitoring and surveillance.
mSphere - 25 Feb 2025
VanderWaal Kimberly, Pamornchainavakul Nakarin, Kikuti Mariana, Zhang Jianqiang, Zeller Michael, Trevisan Giovani, Rossow Stephanie, Schwartz Mark, Linhares Daniel C L, Holtkamp Derald J, da Silva João Paulo Herrera, Corzo Cesar A, Baker Julia P, Anderson Tavis K, Makau Dennis N, Paploski Igor A D
Abstract excerpt
Existing genetic classification systems for porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus type 2 (PRRSV-2), such as restriction fragment length polymorphisms and sub-lineages, are unreliable indicators of close genetic relatedness or lack sufficient resolution for epidemiological monitoring routinely conducted by veterinarians. Here, we outline a fine-scale classification system for PRRSV-2 genetic variants...
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