The von Magnus phenomenon describes the generation of defective interfering particles (DIPs) by viruses. [1] It was first observed by Preben von Magnus in influenza viruses, [2] after the serial passage of undiluted allantoic fluid in eggs. [3]
The von Magnus phenomenon describes the generation of defective interfering particles (DIPs) by viruses. [1] It was first observed by Preben von Magnus in influenza viruses, [2] after the serial passage of undiluted allantoic fluid in eggs. [3]