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Virion (Noun)

Meaning

(virology) a complete viral particle; nucleic acid and capsid (and a lipid envelope in some viruses).

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The entire life cycle of a virus involves the release of a virion from an infected host cell, followed by its attachment and entry into a new host cell.
  • Each virion is composed of genetic material covered by a capsid, and in some viruses, a lipid envelope surrounds the capsid for protection.
  • After identifying the virion shape and structure, researchers could begin designing antiviral treatments specifically targeting the viral capsid.
  • Viral antigens present on the surface of a virion serve as the primary target for neutralizing antibodies.
  • The study found that mutations in the virion's capsid proteins resulted in altered infectivity and immune evasion.

Hypernyms

  • Subatomic Particle
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