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Whole genome sequencing and phylogenetic classification accelerate the implementation of respiratory syncytial virus genomic surveillance in Canada: a pilot study.
Microbiology spectrum - 7 Oct 2025
Gao Ruimin, Buchanan Cody, Dust Kerry, Van Caeseele Paul, Wong Henry, Sjaarda Calvin, Sheth Prameet M, Jassem Agatha N, Minion Jessica, Bastien Nathalie
Abstract excerpt
Whole genome sequencing (WGS) has emerged as a powerful tool to facilitate the study of existing and emerging infectious diseases. WGS-based genomic surveillance provides information on the genetic diversity and tracks the evolution of important viral pathogens, including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Multiplex tiling polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays have been used to facilitate sequencing of a variety...
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- Humans
- Phylogeny
- Pilot Projects
- Canada
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections