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Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > animal diseases > bird diseases > poultry diseases > Marek disease
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > animal diseases > bird diseases > poultry diseases > Marek disease
Fields of Study > animal science > poultry science > poultry diseases > Marek disease
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal science > poultry science > poultry diseases > Marek disease
Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > infectious diseases and infestations > infectious diseases > viral diseases of animals and humans > Herpesviridae infections > Marek disease
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > infectious diseases and infestations > infectious diseases > viral diseases of animals and humans > Herpesviridae infections > Marek disease
Preferred Term:

Marek disease

Definition:
A transmissible viral disease of birds caused by avian herpesvirus 2 (Herpesvirus 2, Gallid) and other Mardivirus. There is lymphoid cell infiltration or lymphomatous tumor formation in the peripheral nerves and gonads, but may also involve visceral organs, skin, muscle, and the eye.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
Herpesviridae infections, poultry diseases
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • Marek's disease
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/51464
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