The ALV-B RT-qPCR comprises a series of specific targeted reagents designed for Avian leukosis virus subgroup B 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 B is included in the cytopathic group which can cause transient cytotoxicity in 30-40 % of the infected cells.

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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