Seal virus

Seal virus is an infectious agent that belongs to the Togavirus family and the Flavovirus genus. It is an environmental representative of arboviruses and is found in group B antigens. The pathogenicity of the virus to humans has not been established, but it can cause disease in seals and other marine mammals.

The seal influenza virus belongs to the genus of flaviviruses of the togavirus family. It is 80-120 nm in size and contains a single-stranded RNA genome. The virus causes a disease in seals known as seal influenza. The disease manifests itself in the form of fever, cough, weakness and loss of appetite. Mortality among seals can reach 20%.

The seal influenza virus was assigned the ICD 10 classification code A05.1. It belongs to group A00-A99, which includes all infectious diseases. Group B00-B99 refers to infectious diseases that are transmitted through blood and other body fluids.

Currently, the seal influenza virus is one of the most studied viruses among the togavirus family of infections. But despite this, it continues to cause concern among scientists and health experts.

To prevent infection with the seal influenza virus, it is necessary to observe hygiene and safety measures when in contact with seals and other marine animals. It is also important to conduct regular research and monitoring of the virus to determine its pathogenicity and possible consequences for human health.