| Literature DB >> 7527087 |
W Chang1, J C Hsiao, C S Chung, C H Bair.
Abstract
We have isolated a monoclonal antibody, B2, that neutralizes vaccinia virus infection. B2 reacts with a trypsin-sensitive cell surface epitope. B2 does not neutralize infection of herpes simplex virus, suggesting that the B2-reactive epitope is specifically involved in vaccinia virus entry. A survey of 12 different cell lines reveals a correlation between B2 reactivity and susceptibility to vaccinia virus infection. In addition, B2 interferes with vaccinia virus adsorption to target cells. Taken together, the B2-reactive epitope is part of a receptor that appears important for vaccinia virus entry.Entities:
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Year: 1995 PMID: 7527087 PMCID: PMC188602
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Virol ISSN: 0022-538X Impact factor: 5.103