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Bunyavirus

Medical Definition:	A genus of the family BUNYAVIRIDAE containing over 150 viruses, most of which are transmitted by mosquitoes or flies. They are arranged in groups defined by serological criteria, each now named for the original reference species (previously called serogroups). Many species have multiple serotypes or strains.
Guide Notes:	infection: coord IM with BUNYAVIRIDAE INFECTIONS (IM)
Also Called:	Apeu virus,Catu virus,Guama virus
Previously Indexed:	Arboviruses (1973-1980),Bunyaviridae (1979-1991)

Bunyavirus Categories.

	Bunyamwera virus - A species in the BUNYAVIRUS genus of the family BUNYAVIRIDAE. A large number of serotypes or strains exist in many parts of the world. They are transmitted by mosquitoes and infect humans in some areas.
	Encephalitis Virus, California - A species in the BUNYAVIRUS genus of the family BUNYAVIRIDAE. Serotypes are found in temperate and arctic regions and each is closely associated with a single species of vector mosquito. The vertebrate hosts are usually small mammals but several serotypes infect humans.
	Simbu virus - A species in the BUNYAVIRUS genus of the family BUNYAVIRIDAE family. Previously a large group of serotypes, most are now considered separate species.

Bunyavirus Medical Definitions and Terms

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