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Virosomes
Medical Definition: | Semi-synthetic complex derived from nucleic-acid free viral particles. They are essentially reconstituted viral coats, where the infectious nucleocapsid is replaced by a compound of choice. Virosomes retain their fusogenic activity and thus deliver the incorporated compound (antigens, drugs, genes) inside the target cell. They can be used for vaccines (VACCINES, VIROSOME), drug delivery, or gene transfer. |
Guide Notes: | when used as a vehicle in drug ther, index specific drug /admin (IM) + VIROSOMES (NIM without qualif) |
Previously Indexed: | Liposomes (1975-2000) |
Virosomes Medical Definitions and Terms
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