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Some viruses are better than others at staying around. Retroviruses, such as HIV, have an enzyme called integrase that adds the virus' genes into your DNA. That
by natrius 16y ago
Some viruses are better than others at staying around. Retroviruses, such as HIV, have an enzyme called integrase that adds the virus' genes into your DNA. That makes it particularly difficult to get rid of. Most viruses aren't that good.
- goalieca 16y agoSo, it's entirely possible that the rogue code remains unactivated in his cells but remain rather ineffective because the white cells come from a different lineage due to the transplant.
- hartror 16y agoFunnily enough Retroviruses are also the major vector in gene therapy.
- alphaoverlord 16y agoRetroviruses incorporate into the host genome and is important for gene therapy. This allows for a long lasting effect and is essential depending on cell type. Different cell types have different turn-around rates. If the gene of interest is for a protein, you need incorporated DNA for continual expression.