Avian Flu: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
Definition and Classification of Avian Influenza Viruses Avian Influenza (AI) refers to diseases caused by infection with Type A influenza viruses that naturally circulate among wild aquatic birds worldwide. These viruses belong to the family Orthomyxoviridae, possessing a segmented, single-stranded RNA genome enveloped by a lipid bilayer. The classification and nomenclature of these viruses are […]