Researchers find novel RSV variant responsible for prolonged infection

Researchers found a novel respiratory syncytial virus variant responsible for prolonged infection in infants.

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The study, published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases on Nov. 15, analyzed genetic sequences of healthy infants and the RSV virus causing their prolonged infections. 

Researchers found a genetic marker in the RSV DNA that was associated with prolonged infection. They found no genetic susceptibility in the infants that led to an extended infection, according to the study.

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