parvovirus
Definition
Noun 1. A type of small, DNA-containing virus: A parvovirus is any of a group of very small viruses that have a genome composed of DNA and are encased in a symmetrical, icosahedral protein shell (capsid). 2. A pathogen in animals: Specifically, it refers to viruses in this group that are known to cause serious, often fatal, diseases in certain animals, most notably dogs (canine parvovirus) and cattle. It is not known to cause disease in humans.
Usage Examples
- General Noun:
- The veterinarian explained that the illness was caused by a parvovirus.
- Parvovirus replication requires actively dividing host cells.
- Specific Animal Disease:
- Puppies must be vaccinated against parvovirus.
- An outbreak of bovine parvovirus affected the herd.
Advanced Usage
- In Scientific Context: The term is often used with modifiers to specify the host or strain.
- Feline panleukopenia is caused by a parvovirus.
- The researchers studied the capsid structure of the parvovirus.
Variants and Related Words
- Parvoviral (adjective): Relating to or caused by a parvovirus.
- The dog was diagnosed with a parvoviral infection.
- Canine Parvovirus (CPV) (noun phrase): The specific, highly contagious virus causing severe gastrointestinal illness in dogs.
- B19 Virus (Human Parvovirus B19) (noun phrase): A notable exception; a parvovirus that infects humans, causing Fifth disease (slapped cheek syndrome) and other conditions. (This is a specific medical term and an exception to the general definition provided).
Synonyms
- Picornavirus (in a very broad, structural sense of being a small, non-enveloped virus, though they are scientifically distinct as picornaviruses use RNA, not DNA).
- There is no common, non-scientific synonym for "parvovirus." It is a specific taxonomic term.
Related Phrases / Terms
- Parvovirus enteritis: Inflammation of the intestines caused by parvovirus, a common symptom in infected dogs.
- Parvovirus vaccination: The immunization given to prevent parvovirus infection, a core vaccine for dogs.
Noun
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any of a group of viruses containing DNA in an icosahedral protein shell and causing disease in dogs and cattle; not known to be associated with any human disease
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