Herpesviridae

Viruses

Orthoherpesviridae, previously and more widely known as Herpesviridae, is a large family of DNA viruses infecting animals, including humans. Its members are called herpesviruses and can cause latent or lytic infections. More than 130 herpesviruses are known from mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians and molluscs. Nine types primarily infect humans, including herpes simplex viruses, varicella zoster virus, Epstein-Barr virus and human cytomegalovirus.

Former and common name: Herpesviridae
Infection types: Latent and lytic
Known herpesviruses: More than 130

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Article: Herpesviridae (English Wikipedia)
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