Molluscum contagiosum virus

A species of MOLLUSCIPOXVIRUS causing skin lesions in humans. It is transmitted by direct contact or from non-living reservoirs (fomites), such as books or clothing.

Year introduced: 1966(1963)

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Tree Number(s): B04.280.650.160.550.500

MeSH Unique ID: D008977

Registry Number: txid10279

Entry Terms:

• Molluscum contagiosum viruses

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Viruses
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Poxviridae
Chordopoxvirinae
Molluscipoxvirus
Molluscum contagiosum virus