Avian Influenza Virus Second Edition aims to provide the essential methods used in working
with animal influenza viruses and to compile more advanced information that will guide the
user in designing influenza studies. Influenza A viruses are among the most important pathogens
for humans food animals and companion animals. Research and diagnostics with animal influenza
viruses are critical to animal health and it should be recognized that the needs and goals of
animal agriculture and veterinary medicine are not always the same as those of public health.
This volume sorts out the differences in the structure of the poultry swine and equine
industries the biological differences of influenza virus from each animal group and provides
host strain and lineage specific guidance and procedures. Written in the successful Methods in
Molecular Biology series format chapters include introductions to their respective topics
lists of the necessary materials and reagents step-by-step readily reproducible protocols
and notes on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and accessible Avian
Influenza Virus Second Edition seeks to serve both professionals and novices with its
well-honed methodologies in an effort to further our knowledge of these important pathogens.
