Mechanisms of the action of povidone-iodine against human and avian influenza A viruses: its effects on hemagglutination and sialidase activities

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Influenza virus infection causes significant morbidity and mortality and has marked social and economic impacts throughout the world. The influenza surface glycoproteins, hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA), act cooperatively t...

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Main Authors: Suzuki Takashi, Takahashi Tadanobu, Hiramatsu Hiroaki, Wilairat Prapon, Sriwilaijaroen Nongluk, Ito Morihiro, Ito Yasuhiko, Tashiro Masato, Suzuki Yasuo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-08-01
Series:Virology Journal
Online Access:http://www.virologyj.com/content/6/1/124