Rapid Detection of Trichodysplasia Spinulosa-Associated Polyomavirus in Skin Biopsy Specimen

Author(s)

Urbano, Paulo Roberto P. ; Pannuti, Claudio Sergio ; Pierrotti, Ligia C. ; David-Neto, Elias ; Romano, Camila Malta

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: GENOME ANNOUNCEMENTS; v. 2, n. 4, p. 2-pg., 2014-07-01.

Abstract

Trichodysplasia spinulosa-associated polyomavirus (TSV) is responsible for a rare skin cancer. Using metagenomic approaches, we determined the complete genome sequence of a TSV first detected in Brazil in spicules of an immunocompromised patient suspected to have trichodysplasia spinulosa. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 12/15381-7 - Characterization of adaptive mutations in dengue virus serotype 2 (DENV2) cultured in different systems using high-throughput sequencing
• Grantee: Camila Malta Romano
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants