SV388, or Sesame Vein 388, is a viral agent belonging to the avian retrovirus family, which primarily affects poultry species such as chickens and turkeys. Described as a member of the subgroup J of the avian leukosis virus (ALV), SV388 has garnered attention for its unique characteristics and implications for avian health and production. This brief report aims to provide an overview of situs sv388, including its classification, transmission, clinical manifestations, and impacts on the poultry i...