Figure: Conceptual model of the generalized inferred evolutionary pathways and virulence outcomes of NP-Q357K in influenza A viruses.
Discussion: Therefore, because EA H1N1 SIVs have acquired the trait necessary to cause a human influenza pandemic, EA SIVs with NP-Q357K pose a greater risk
Discussion: Therefore, the NP-Q357K substitution was already present when the avian influenza viruses circulated in pigs, allowing the viruses to infect humans.
Discussion: Thus, the NP-Q357K mutation in the EA SIVs is fully responsible for the enhanced pathogenicity phenotype, and enhanced the polymerase activity, replication, and infectivity of the viruses in mice.