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Simian Immunodeficiency Virus

Species of the genus LENTIVIRUS, subgenus primate immunodeficiency viruses (IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUSES, PRIMATE), that induces acquired immunodeficiency syndrome in monkeys and apes (SAIDS). The genetic organization of SIV is virtually identical to HIV.

Year introduced: 2006 (1989)

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Tree Number(s): B04.820.650.589.650.800, B04.820.650.805.700

MeSH Unique ID: D015302

Registry Number: txid11723

Entry Terms:

  • Immunodeficiency Virus, Simian
  • Immunodeficiency Viruses, Simian
  • Simian Immunodeficiency Viruses
  • SIV (Simian immunodeficiency virus)

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