Hepatitis C virus: molecular biology and genetic variability.

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Hepatitis C virus: molecular biology and genetic variability.

Digestive diseases and sciences - 1 Dec 1996

Bréchot C

Abstract excerpt

The pathogenetic mechanisms of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection are poorly known. An understanding of HCV biology and the potential clinical impact of HCV genetic variability is essential to managing, treating, and preventing HCV infections. HCV is a member of the Flaviviridae viral family. Its...

Topics

Animals
Genetic Variation
Genome, Viral
Hepacivirus
Hepatitis C
Humans
Liver Neoplasms
Serotyping
Virus Replication

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