Circulative virus
- Pronunciation
- /sir-kul-a-tiv virus/
- Category
- Transmission
- Singular
- Circulative virus
- Plural
- Circulative viruses
Definition
A type of persistent virus that circulates within the insect vector, but does not replicate in the vector's cells. They are acquired by the vector after feeding and retained for several days or weeks.
Etymology
From Latin 'circulatus', meaning 'circular'.
Example
Circulative viruses, such as luteoviruses, are transmitted by aphids and other sucking insects.
Related Terms
- Persistent virus
- Vector-borne disease
Usage Notes
Circulative viruses can be found in the insect vector's hemolymph and salivary glands.