Abstract
Human parainfluenza virus type 3 (HPIV3) genome was detected in 4 baboons in Zambia. Antibody for HPIV3 was detected in 13 baboons and 6 vervet monkeys in 2 distinct areas in Zambia. Our findings suggest that wild nonhuman primates are susceptible to HPIV3 infection.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1500-1503 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Emerging infectious diseases |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 9 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Sept 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Epidemiology
- Microbiology (medical)
- Infectious Diseases