Parvoviridae

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Parvoviridae

Parvoviridae (pronounced: par-vo-vi-ruh-dee) is a family of small, rugged, genetically-compact DNA viruses. The name is derived from the Latin parvus, meaning small, referring to the size of the virus.

Etymology

The term Parvoviridae is derived from the Latin word parvus, which means small. This is in reference to the small size of the virus, which is one of the smallest in terms of genome size.

Classification

The family Parvoviridae has been divided into two subfamilies: Parvovirinae and Densovirinae. The former infects vertebrates, while the latter infects invertebrates.

Structure

Members of the Parvoviridae family are non-enveloped and possess an icosahedral capsid. The capsid surrounds a single-stranded DNA genome.

Replication

Replication of Parvoviridae occurs in the nucleus of the host cell and is reliant on host DNA polymerase. The virus is unique in its ability to replicate in dividing cells.

Diseases

Parvoviridae is responsible for a variety of diseases in animals. In humans, the most notable disease caused by this family of viruses is Fifth disease, also known as erythema infectiosum.

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