Norovirus GII.17 Natural Infections in Rhesus Monkeys, China.

ABSTRACT: Noroviruses are a leading viral cause of acute gastroenteritis among humans. During the 2014-15 epidemic season, norovirus GII.17 was detected in rhesus monkeys in China. Genetic, structural, and challenge studies revealed virus mutations and verified the infections. Thus, cross-species transmission may occur, and monkeys may be a virus reservoir.

SUBMITTER: He Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5324814 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature