Evolution and Genetic Diversity of Primate Cytomegaloviruses

Cytomegaloviruses (CMVs) infect many mammals, including humans and non–human primates (NHPs). Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) is an important opportunistic pathogen among immunocompromised patients and represents the most common infectious cause of birth defects. HCMV possesses a large genome and very...

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Main Authors: Rachele Cagliani, Diego Forni, Alessandra Mozzi, Manuela Sironi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-04-01
Series:Microorganisms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/5/624