Antigenic and genetic characterization of influenza viruses isolated in Mozambique during the 2015 season.

BACKGROUND:Due to the high rate of antigenic variation of influenza virus, seasonal characterization of the virus is crucial to assess and monitor the emergence of new pathogenic variants and hence formulate effective control measures. However, no study has yet been conducted in Mozambique to assess...

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Main Authors: Almiro Tivane, Rodney Daniels, Neuza Nguenha, Loira Machalele, Afonso Nacoto, Mirela Pale, Edirsse Mateonane, Sandra Mavale, Josina Chilundo, Délcio Muteto, Judite Salência, Félix Albati, Eduardo Gudo, Tufária Mussá, John McCauley
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2018-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC6062064?pdf=render