Vocabulary Entry

filoviridae

|noun

noun

A family of viruses that includes several pathogenic viruses known to cause hemorrhagic fever in humans and other primates.

Example Sentences

"Filoviridae viruses can cause severe illness and have high mortality rates."

"Ebola and Marburg are well-known members of the Filoviridae family."

"Research into Filoviridae is crucial for preventing outbreaks and developing vaccines."