What does H in H1N1 refer to?
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Haemoglobin
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Hongkong
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hemagglutinin
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hemoprotein
C
Correct answer
Explanation
In H1N1 influenza virus, the 'H' stands for hemagglutinin, which is a surface glycoprotein that helps the virus bind to and enter host cells. The 'N' stands for neuraminidase.