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Genetic analysis of swine flu virus reveals diverse parts

Components have existed for years but are combined in a new way

By Tina Hesman Saey

- More than 2 years ago

Components of the H1N1 swine flu virus have been circulating undetected for years, but the virus combines the bits and pieces in a way never before seen, a detailed genetic analysis reveals.

SWINE FLU VIRUS. Seen is a 3-D image of the H1N1 swine flu’s neuraminidase protein.