Population structure of Lassa Mammarenavirus in West Africa
Lassa mammarenavirus (LASV) is the etiologic agent of Lassa fever. In endemic regions in West Africa, LASV genetic diversity tends to cluster by geographic area. Seven LASV lineages are recognized, but the role of viral genetic determinants on disease presentation in humans is uncertain. We investig...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-04-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/12/4/437 |