The severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome bunyavirus (SFTSV) antibody in a highly endemic region from 2011 to 2013: a comparative serological study.

ABSTRACT: A seropositive rate of 6.59% was determined in the highly endemic region for severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome. A significant correlation was observed between case incidence and seroprevalence on temporal and geographic levels. Seroprevalence was comparable in the last 3 years, indicating a stable and ongoing circulation of the infection.

SUBMITTER: Hu C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4350533 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature