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ICTV Virus Taxonomy Profile: Matonaviridae 2022

Annette Mankertz1, Min-Hsin Chen2, Tony L Goldberg3

  • 1Department of Infectious Diseases, Robert Koch-Institute, 13353 Berlin, Germany.

The Journal of General Virology
|February 7, 2023
PubMed

Insights

The Matonaviridae family includes rubella virus, a droplet-spread pathogen causing congenital rubella syndrome in infants. Vaccines are available to prevent this significant public health concern.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The Matonaviridae family consists of enveloped viruses with positive-sense RNA genomes.
  • The genus Rubivirus encompasses rubella virus (infecting humans), ruhugu virus (bats), and rustrela virus (rodents/zoo animals).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses (ICTV) report on the family Matonaviridae.
  • To provide an overview of the classification, characteristics, and public health implications of viruses within this family.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a summary of the official ICTV report.
  • Information is compiled from the ICTV's established taxonomic framework.

Main Results:

  • Rubella virus, a member of the genus Rubivirus, is transmitted via droplets.
  • Postnatal rubella infection typically causes a mild illness, but can lead to severe congenital rubella syndrome in infants if contracted by pregnant women.
  • Effective vaccines for rubella virus are widely accessible globally.

Conclusions:

  • The Matonaviridae family, particularly the Rubivirus genus, represents significant viral pathogens.
  • Understanding the taxonomy and transmission of these viruses is crucial for public health strategies and disease prevention, including vaccination.
Keywords:
ICTV ReportMatonaviridaerubella virustaxonomy

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