Macrophages and Cell-Cell Spread of HIV-1

Macrophages have been postulated to play an important role in the pathogenesis of HIV-1 infection. Their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and their resistance to virus-induced cytopathic effects allows them to serve as reservoirs for long-term infection. Thus, exploring the mechanisms of vir...

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Main Authors: Eric O. Freed, Kayoko Waki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2010-08-01
Series:Viruses
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/2/8/1603/