Talk:Parvovirus

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 Definition Viruses of the Parvoviridae family, that contain DNA in an icosahedral protein shell and cause disease in many vertebrates, especially mammals such as dogs and cattle. [d] [e]
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intro suggestion - expand beyond canine

"Canine Parvovirus has two types" ... I think we should expand this beyond canine. Parvo B19 is a parvovirus in humans, correct? maybe a more general statement could be used in the intro. Tom Kelly 19:15, 12 April 2009 (UTC)