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First Molecular Characterization and Comprehensive Bioinformatic Analysis of Avian Infectious Bronchitis Virus from Uzbekistan Reveals GI-1, GI-13, and GI-23 Genotypes in Broilers.
Viruses - 8 Mar 2026
Ardicli Ozge, Kanar Tugce Serim, Ucar Kadir Baris, Demirbilek Serpil Kahya, de Wit Sjaak J, Ardicli Sena, Babayev Huseyn, Carli Kamil Tayfun
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Avian Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV) is a highly contagious Gammacoronavirus that poses a significant threat to the global poultry industry. Despite its worldwide prevalence, a critical knowledge gap exists regarding the genetic diversity of IBV in Central Asia, particularly in Uzbekistan. This study is the first comprehensive molecular characterization of IBV in Uzbekistan. This study also provides a unique...
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