Article
The poliovirus 135S particle is infectious
1 Oct 1996
Abstract excerpt
The molecular mechanism of cell entry by unenveloped viruses is poorly understood. The picornaviruses poliovirus, human rhinovirus, and coxsackievirus convert to an altered form (the 135S or A particle) upon interaction with receptors on susceptible cells at 37 degrees C. The 135S particle is thought to be a necessary intermediate because it accumulates inside susceptible cells soon after infection and drugs...
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