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Rubivirus

Medical Definition: A genus of the family TOGAVIRIDAE containing only one recognized species, RUBELLA VIRUS. Transmission is primarily by aerosolization.
Guide Notes: a genus of the family Togaviridae; from Latin rub-, red, with reference to the type species RUBELLA VIRUS (Latin rubella, reddish, a disease showing a generalized reddish rash); infection = RUBIVIRUS INFECTIONS
Rubivirus Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Rubella virus - The type (and only) species of RUBIVIRUS causing acute infection in humans, primarily children and young adults. Humans are the only natural host. A live, attenuated vaccine is available for prophylaxis.

Rubivirus Medical Definitions and Terms

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