Measles virus is
Measles (rubeola) is caused by an RNA virus belonging to the Paromyxovirus family. The virus is transmitted by droplet spread from the secretions of the nose and throat usually 4 days before and 5days after the rash. Virus multiplies in the respiratory epithelium. Reference: Essential pediatrics,op ghai,9 th edition, pg no:209
Paramyxovirus
Ohomyxovirus
Poxvirus
Picornavirus
Infectious disease