Multiple choice

The structural component of HIV required for cell -cell fusion is

  1. gp 120

  2. gp 41

  3. p24

  4. P2 protein

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B Correct answer
Explanation

For the HIV infection to occur, the cell fusion is essential. This is done by the trans-membrane glycoprotein gp 41. HIV-1 utilises two major co-receptors along with CD4 to bind to, fuse with and enter target cells.