Synonym(s)
Caliciviridae
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Caliciviruses belong to a virus group with a positive-stranded RNA genome. The name "Clacivirus" derives its name from goblet-shaped depressions on the capsid surface (calix, Latin calyx).
General definitionThis section has been translated automatically.
The capsid is made up of a single viral structural protein, VP1, which forms the icosahedron in dimerized form.
A second structural protein (VP2) is attached to the nucleic acid in only 1-2 copies.
The most important human pathogens of the Caliciviridae are:
- Norovirus (old name: Norwalkvirus)
- Sapovirus (Sapporovirus)
Both pathogens of highly infectious diarrhoea (A09.0) in children and adults.
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