The ALV-A RT-qPCR comprises a series of specific targeted reagents designed for Avian leukosis virus subgroup A detection by using qPCR. Avian leukosis virus belongs to a family of viruses called retroviruses, single-stranded RNA enveloped viruses. Infection in chickens is known to induce increased mortality, tumours, delayed growth, and suboptimal egg production. Avian leukosis virus have been divided into 10 envelope subgroups, A through J, based on host range, receptor interference patterns, and neutralization by antibodies. The subgroup A  is characterized by its ability to cause lymphoid tumors and other neoplastic conditions. The virus is transmitted horizontally through infected birds and vertically via contaminated eggs.

Product Supporting Literature

Benavides, U. (2025). Virus inmunosupresores en Uruguay: detección de enfermedad de Marek, anemia aviar, enfermedad infecciosa de la bursa y de leucosis aviar en granja de ponedoras. Veterinaria (Montevideo), 61(Suplemento 1), 90.

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