Abstract
We conducted a prospective, nested study using nucleotide sequencing to examine influenza positive respiratory samples in families for genetic homology in the hemagglutinin and neuraminidase genes. Influenza A H3N2 viruses from 3 families had identical, family specific, HA1 nucleotide sequences. Sequences among these families were genetically heterogeneous. A 4th family was distinguished by sequencing of the influenza neuraminidase gene.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 645-647 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2007 |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:Supported by Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, Huntercombe Lane South, Taplow, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 0PH, United Kingdom.
Keywords
- Families
- Influenza
- Sequences
- Transmission