JC and BK virus sequences are not detectable in leukaemic samples from children with common acute lymphoblastic leukaemia
1999
No JC and BK Virus Found in Children's Leukaemia Samples
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Author Information
Author(s): MacKenzie J, Perry J, Ford A M, Jarrett R F, Greaves M
Primary Institution: LRF Virus Centre, Department of Veterinary Pathology, University of Glasgow
Hypothesis
Can JC and BK virus genomes be detected in leukaemic cells from children with common acute lymphoblastic leukaemia?
Conclusion
The study found no evidence that JC virus plays a direct role in causing leukaemia in children.
Supporting Evidence
- Epidemiological evidence suggests that childhood leukaemia may have an infectious cause.
- The study did not find JC or BK virus genomes in the leukaemic samples.
Takeaway
The researchers looked for certain viruses in children's leukaemia samples and didn't find them, suggesting these viruses aren't causing the disease.
Methodology
The study investigated the presence of JC and BK virus genomes in leukaemic cells.
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