Influenzavirus C
| Definition: |
A genus of the family ORTHOMYXOVIRIDAE comprising viruses similar to types A and B but less common, more stable, more homogeneous, and lacking the neuraminidase protein. They have not been associated with epidemics but may cause mild influenza. Influenza C virus is the type species. |
| Notes: |
a genus of the family Orthomyxoviridae; infection: coord IM with ORTHOMYXOVIRIDAE INFECTIONS (IM) or with INFLUENZA (IM) |
| Also Called: |
Influenza C Virus |
| Previously Indexed: |
Orthomyxoviridae (1981-1985) |
Influenzavirus C Definitions and Terms
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