Abstract
We describe the identification and characterization of the H9N2 influenza subtype reported in Egyptian broiler and broiler breeder farms for the first time. Circulation of this subtype in a highly pathogenic H5N1 influenza virus endemic population provides an opportunity for genetic reassortment and emergence of novel viruses.
© 2012 Blackwell Publishing Ltd.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Chickens
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Disease Outbreaks
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Egypt / epidemiology
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Influenza A Virus, H5N1 Subtype / classification
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Influenza A Virus, H5N1 Subtype / genetics
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Influenza A Virus, H5N1 Subtype / isolation & purification*
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Influenza A Virus, H9N2 Subtype
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Influenza in Birds / epidemiology
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Influenza in Birds / virology*
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Molecular Sequence Data
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Phylogeny
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Poultry Diseases / epidemiology
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Poultry Diseases / virology*