Influenza A Virus

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Which of the following is true about Influenza A virus?

It causes the flu only in humans
It can cause severe disease in multiple species (correct)
It is a DNA virus
It is transmitted from domestic birds to wild birds

What is the main reason why many countries have stockpiled the influenza A vaccine?

To protect domestic birds from severe disease
To prevent outbreaks in wild birds
To allow quick administration in case of a human influenza pandemic (correct)
To treat avian influenza pandemics

What is the genus of Influenza A virus?

Alphainfluenzavirus (correct)
Orthomyxoviridae
Influenza A
RNA virus

What is the family of Influenza A virus?

<p>Orthomyxoviridae (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the discovery of an antibody effective against all types of the influenza A virus reported?

<p>In 2011 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Influenza A Virus: Zoonotic

Influenza A virus can infect and cause illness in various animals, including humans, birds, and pigs. This means it has the potential to spread widely and cause significant disease outbreaks.

Why do countries stockpile influenza A vaccine?

To prepare for a potential pandemic, many countries keep large quantities of influenza A vaccine readily available. This allows for rapid distribution and vaccination of the population in the event of a widespread outbreak.

Genus of Influenza A Virus?

The Influenza A virus belongs to the Alphainfluenzavirus genus, a group of viruses that share similar characteristics.

Family of Influenza A virus?

The Influenza A virus is part of the Orthomyxoviridae family, known for having segmented RNA genomes and causing respiratory infections.

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Universal Flu Vaccine?

In 2011, scientists announced the discovery of a potent antibody that can effectively neutralize all known types of influenza A virus. This breakthrough holds promise for developing universal flu vaccines.

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