Animal Models of Varicella Zoster Virus Infection
Primary infection with varicella zoster virus (VZV) results in varicella (chickenpox) followed by the establishment of latency in sensory ganglia. Declining T cell immunity due to aging or immune suppressive treatments can lead to VZV reactivation and the development of herpes zoster (HZ, shingles)....
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2013-05-01
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Series: | Pathogens |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/2/2/364 |