previruses
Previruses are a class of viruses characterized by their complex replication strategies and specific structural features. They typically belong to positive-sense single-stranded RNA viruses, which replicate within host cells using their RNA genome as both genetic material and mRNA for protein synthesis. Previruses often possess a lipid envelope derived from the host cell membrane, embedded with glycoproteins crucial for cell attachment and entry.
The term "previrus" is less commonly used in modern virology but historically referred to viral forms or
Previruses can be significant in the study of viral life cycles, transmission, and immune response. Understanding
While the concept of previruses provides valuable information about viral development and assembly, it is important