Detection of norovirus GII/4 2012 variant in Japan
    

As of 31th, January, 2013, norovirus GII/4 2012 variant strains similar to the Australian strain (Sydney/NSW0514/2012/AU(JX459908)) have been detected in 33 prefectures in Japan. 

The variant was first detected in January, 2012 in Hokkaido and Osaka. 

Prefectures with the detection of NoV GII/4 2012 variant are shown in red color.

      

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Detection of gastroenteritis viruses in Japan (NIID)

 

    

(2012/12/27)


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