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Pathogens

Parainfluenza virus
(enveloped virus)

Parainfluenza virus is an enveloped, helical virus belonging to the Paramyxoviridae family.

It is the main pathogen of croup and also may trigger bronchitis and pneumonia.

Transmission mainly occurs via droplets or particles in the air.

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Enveloped viruses — These viruses have glycoproteins on their envelope, which are potential targets for external influences.

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