Phenomena and Processes

Viral Genome

The complete genetic complement contained in a DNA or RNA molecule in a virus.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

The complete genetic complement contained in a DNA or RNA molecule in a virus.

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Synonyms

6 entry terms
  • Genome, Viral
  • Genomes, Viral
  • Viral Genomes
  • Pangenome, Viral
  • Viral Pan-genome
  • Viral Pangenome

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5 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings drug effects, genetics, immunology, physiology, radiation effects.

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Indexing Annotation

coordinate IM with specific virus /genet (IM)

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History Note

92; was see GENES, VIRAL 1978-91; VIRAL GENOME was see GENES, VIRAL 1978-91

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Previous Indexing

  • DNA, Viral (1966-1977)
  • Genes, Viral (1978-1991)
  • RNA, Viral (1966-1977)

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QW 160.5

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Viral Genome. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D016679. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D016679
  2. Viral Genome. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q22329087