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West Nile Virus (WNV)

Target: WNV
Molecular classification: Virus, Flavivirus

Overview

West Nile virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne, single-stranded RNA virus belonging to the family Flaviviridae and genus Flavivirus. It primarily infects birds but can also infect humans, horses, and other mammals. WNV infection can range from asymptomatic to severe neuroinvasive disease. Prevention focuses on reducing mosquito exposure as there are no approved vaccines or specific antiviral treatments.

Mechanism of action

N/A

Biological functions

Viral replicationHost cell entryModulation of host immune response

Disease associations

InfectionEncephalitisMeningitisPoliomyelitisWest Nile fever

Safety considerations

Neuroinvasive diseaseIncreased risk with age and immunocompromised statusLack of specific antiviral treatment

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