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Variations in Trim5α and Cyclophilin A genes among HIV-1 elite controllers and non controllers in Uganda: a laboratory-based cross-sectional study.
Retrovirology - 6 Jul 2020
Amanya Sharon Bright, Nyiro Brian, Waswa Francis, Obura Bonniface, Nakaziba Rebecca, Nabulime Eva, Katabazi Ashaba Fred, Nabatanzi Rose, Bayiyana Alice, Mboowa Gerald, Kayongo Alex, Wayengera Misaki, Sande Obondo J
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Tripartite Motif Containing 5 alpha (TRIM5α), a restriction factor produced ubiquitously in cells and tissues of the body plays an important role in the immune response against HIV. TRIM5α targets the HIV capsid for proteosomal destruction. Cyclophilin A, an intracellular protein has also been reported to influence HIV infectivity in a cell-specific manner. Accordingly, variations in TRIM5α and...
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