West Nile virus (WNV)
Learn about West Nile virus, an enveloped RNA virus that causes West Nile fever. This article explores its transmission, clinical manifestations, and the potential targets for combating enveloped viruses.
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Also known as peroxyacetic acid (PAA). The colourless organic acid with a characteristic acrid odour belongs to the group of peroxy acids and arises upon treatment of acetic acid with hydrogen peroxide. The organic compound dissolves in water and is characterised by a strong oxidising effect. Due to the latter, it is used as bleaching agent, but also as disinfectant, e.g. for surface and instrument disinfection. Its spectrum of activity comprises Gram-negative bacteria, fungi and viruses. PAA's fixating properties in case of organic soils can have drawbacks when used as disinfectant.