HIV Structure: Accessory Proteins Flashcards
1
Q
TAT
A
TXN
cellular and viral genes
2
Q
REV
A
transport of viral mRNA into the cytoplasm
splicing of viral RNA to mRNA
3
Q
NEF
A
diminishes expression of CD4 and MHC
improves virus’ ability to establish large viral load
4
Q
VIF
A
promotes virus assembly
blocks action of APOBEC (antiviral protein)
5
Q
VPU
A
enhances release from cell
decreases expression of CD4
6
Q
VPR
A
arrests cells at G2 phase
enhances transport of proviral DNA into the nucleus