virology
MinireviewTaxonomic Changes for Human and Animal Viruses, 2016 to 2018The classification of viruses provides the structure necessary to appreciate their biological diversity. Herein, we provide an update to our previous review of changes in viral taxonomy, covering changes between 2016 and 2018.
EpidemiologyPCR Detection of Respiratory Pathogens in Asymptomatic and Symptomatic AdultsThe frequency of viral respiratory pathogens in asymptomatic subjects is poorly defined. The aim of this study was to explore the prevalence of respiratory pathogens in the upper airways of asymptomatic adults, compared with a reference population of symptomatic patients sampled in the same centers during the same period.
VirologyDetection of Viruses in Clinical Samples by Use of Metagenomic Sequencing and Targeted Sequence CaptureMetagenomic shotgun sequencing (MSS) is a revolutionary approach to viral diagnostic testing that allows simultaneous detection of a broad range of viruses, detailed taxonomic assignment, and detection of mutations associated with antiviral drug resistance. To enhance sensitivity for virus detection, we previously developed ViroCap, a targeted sequence capture panel designed to enrich nucleic acid from a comprehensive set of eukaryotic...