CV Lattes
ORCID
Abstract
Saliva is the main route for transmission of several microorganisms, such as the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), a well known human herpesvirus with lymphotropic characteristics. EBV is ubiquitous in humans, infecting approximately 90% of the global population. Its primary infection occurs mainly during childhood and may be asymptomatic. The virus is characterized by its latency and viral react…