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The monoclonal CD4 antibody M-T413 inhibits cellular infection with human immunodeficiency virus after viral attachment to the cell membrane: an approachto postexposure prophylaxis

Authors :
Rieber, E.P.
Federle, C.
Reiter, C.
Krauss, S.
Gurtler, L.
Eberle, J.
Deinhardt, F.
Riethmuller, G.
Source :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States. Nov 15, 1992, Vol. 89 Issue 22, p10792, 5 p.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

A study was done to determine the period during whichthe human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains sensitive to neutralization after initial binding with cellular CD4 receptor. The aim was to identify the most effective infection inhibitors after HIV binding with the cell membrane has occurred. The results showed that the CD4 monoclonal antibody M-T413 can prevent HIV infection in vitro even as late as 30-120 min after cell contact with the virus. The implications for post-exposure prophylaxis in situations such as occupational exposure and mother-to-infant transmission were discussed.

Details

ISSN :
00278424
Volume :
89
Issue :
22
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.13857380