The Feather Epithelium Contributes to the Dissemination and Ecology of clade 2.3.4.4b H5 High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza Virus in Ducks
N. Gaide, F. Filaire, K. Bertran, M. Crispo, M. Dirat, A. Secula, C. Foret-Lucas, B. Payre, A. Perlas, G. Cantero, N. Majo, S. Soubies, J.-L. GUERIN
This study shows that the feather epithelium in ducks supports viral replication and releases infectious virions, contributing to environmental spread of H5 HPAIVs.
bioRxiv · Jul 26, 2023 · PreprintMicrobiology