Influenza B virus (ATCC® VR-101™)

Classification: Orthomyxoviridae, Influenzavirus B  /  Product Format: 1 mL per vial

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Classification Orthomyxoviridae, Influenzavirus B
Agent Influenza B virus
Strain B/Lee/40
Applications
Influenza Research
Biosafety Level 2
Product Format 1 mL per vial
Storage Conditions -70°C or colder
Effect on Host
Hemagglutinates chicken RBC
Recommended Host
SPF chicken embryonated eggs, 10-11 days
Growth Conditions
Temperature: 35°C
Recommendations for Infection: Dilute virus in D-PBS prior to inoculation.
Incubation: 2-3 days
Effect on Host
Hemagglutinates chicken RBC
Name of Depositor MT Coleman, RQ Robinson, Centers for Disease and Prevention
Source Patient in New York, 1940
Year of Origin 1940
References

Andrewes CH, et al. A short description of the Myxovirus group (Influenza and related viruses). Virology 1: 176-184, 1955. PubMed: 13267985

Francis T Jr.. A new type of virus from epidemic influenza. Science 92: 405-408, 1940.

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These permits may be required for shipping this product:

  • Customers located in the state of Hawaii will need to contact the Hawaii Department of Agriculture to determine if an Import Permit is required. A copy of the permit or documentation that a permit is not required must be sent to ATCC in advance of shipment.
Basic Documentation
Product Sheet
Product Sheet
Certificate of Analysis
Certificate of Analysis
MSDS
MSDS