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Hepatitis A virus

Medical Definition: A species in the genus HEPATOVIRUS containing one serotype and two strains: HEPATITIS A, HUMAN and Simian hepatitis A virus.
Guide Notes: infection = HEPATITIS A; HEPATITIS A VIRUS, HUMAN is also available
Previously Indexed: Hepatovirus (1964-2001)
Hepatitis A virus Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Hepatitis A Virus, Human - A strain of HEPATITIS A VIRUS which causes hepatitis in humans. The virus replicates in hepatocytes and is presumed to reach the intestine via the bile duct. Transmission occurs by the fecal-oral route.

Hepatitis A virus Medical Definitions and Terms

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