Recombinomics Inc. Predicts a New Genetic Change in the H5N1 (Avian Flu) Virus
Press Release Source: Recombinomics Inc.
Recombinomics Inc. Predicts a New Genetic Change in the H5N1 (Avian Flu) Virus
Friday February 17, 7:30 am ET
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Recombinomics is issuing a new prediction and warning of a likely alteration in the avian influenza H5N1 hemagglutinin gene. Like the warning/prediction issued on October 22nd, 2005, this new alteration will increase the virus' affinity for human receptors and lead to more efficient transmission of H5N1 to humans. The company has notified the WHO of its prediction and warning regarding the near term likelihood of this genetic alteration occurring.
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Recombinomics Inc. Predicts a New Genetic Change in the H5N1 (Avian Flu) Virus
Friday February 17, 7:30 am ET
PITTSBURGH, Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Recombinomics is issuing a new prediction and warning of a likely alteration in the avian influenza H5N1 hemagglutinin gene. Like the warning/prediction issued on October 22nd, 2005, this new alteration will increase the virus' affinity for human receptors and lead to more efficient transmission of H5N1 to humans. The company has notified the WHO of its prediction and warning regarding the near term likelihood of this genetic alteration occurring.
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