Characterization of a reassortant H11N9 subtype avian influenza virus isolated from spot-billed duck in China

This study identified a new H1 1N9 reassortant in a wild bird with key mutation contributing to virulence. Therefore, comprehensive surveillance and enhanced biosecurity precautions are particularly important for the prediction and prevention of potential pandemics resulting from reassortant viruses with continuous evolution and expanding geographic distributions.
Source: Virus Genes - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research