Passive immunotherapy for influenza A H5N1 virus infection with equine hyperimmune globulin F(ab')<sub>2 </sub>in mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Avian influenza virus H5N1 has demonstrated considerable pandemic potential. Currently, no effective vaccines for H5N1 infection are available, so passive immunotherapy may be an alternative strategy. To investigate the possible ther...

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Main Authors: Li Yanbin, Zhang Dingmei, Wang Guoling, Pan Xinghua, Guo Zhongmin, Lu Jiahai, Tan Bingyan, Ouyang Liping, Yu Xinbing
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-03-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/7/1/43