Multiple choice

APOBE is a family of evolutionary conserved proteins. Which among the following viral factors disrupts the antiviral activity of this human enzyme?

  1. Tat

  2. Rev

  3. Vpr

  4. Nef

  5. Vif

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E Correct answer
Explanation

Vif stands for viral infectivity factor. It is a protein found in HIV and other retroviruses. Its role is to disrupt the antiviral activity of the human enzyme APOBEC by targeting it for ubiquitination and cellular degradation.