Category: Viruses

Parvoviridae: A Deep Dive into the World of Small But Potent Viruses

May 20, 2024

Introduction: The Parvoviridae family comprises small, non-enveloped viruses with single-stranded DNA genomes, notable for their simplicity and efficiency in infecting a wide range of hosts. These viruses are categorized into two subfamilies: Parvovirinae, which infects vertebrates, and Densovirinae, which targets invertebrates. Parvoviridae viruses are distinguished by their small size and their ability to cause diseases…
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Polyomaviridae: Uncovering the Hidden Viral Family in Humans and Animals

May 17, 2024

Introduction: Polyomaviridae is a family of small, non-enveloped viruses characterized by their double-stranded DNA genomes. Discovered in the mid-20th century, these viruses are known to infect a variety of vertebrates, including humans, birds, and mammals. The polyomaviruses are of significant medical and scientific interest due to their ability to cause persistent infections and, in some…
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The Varicellovirus: Insights into a Viral Master of Stealth and Symptomatology

May 14, 2024

Introduction: Varicellovirus is a genus within the subfamily Alphaherpesvirinae of the Herpesviridae family, encompassing a group of viruses that infect various vertebrate hosts, including humans and animals. The genus Varicellovirus is notable for containing several important pathogens responsible for causing significant human and veterinary diseases. Origins and Characteristics of Varicellovirus: The origins and characteristics of…
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Unveiling the Enigmatic Alphaherpesvirinae: Masters of Stealth and Survival

May 14, 2024

Introduction: Alphaherpesvirinae is a subfamily of the Herpesviridae family, encompassing a group of highly contagious viruses that infect a wide range of vertebrate species, including humans and animals. These viruses are characterized by their ability to establish latent infections in sensory neurons, leading to recurrent or persistent disease manifestations. Alphaherpesviruses are responsible for several important…
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Exploring the Fascinating World of Circoviridae: Tiny Viruses with Big Impact

May 14, 2024

Introduction: Circoviridea is a family of small, non-enveloped, circular single-stranded DNA viruses that infect a wide range of vertebrate hosts including mammals, birds, and fish. These viruses are known for their remarkable genetic diversity and their ability to cause a variety of diseases in their respective hosts. First discovered in the late 20th century, Circoviridae…
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 – All You Need To Know

March 22, 2020

Coronavirus belongs to the family of viruses that causes acute respiratory illness and the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome(SARS) and middle east respiratory syndrome(MERS). In December 2019, a new type of coronavirus was identified which originated from Wuhan, China. This virus is named as novel coronavirus-2019. They consist of a core of genetic material…
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