Human T-lymphotropic virus 1

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Human T-lymphotropic virus 1

Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 (HTLV-1), pronounced as /ˈhjuːmən tiː lɪmfoʊˈtrɒpɪk ˈvaɪrəs wʌn/, is a retrovirus that is known to cause a type of cancer known as adult T-cell leukemia and a variety of neurological disorders.

Etymology

The term "Human T-lymphotropic virus 1" is derived from its nature of infecting T-lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) in humans. The term "lymphotropic" refers to the virus's affinity for lymphocytes.

Related Terms

  • Retrovirus: A type of virus that replicates its RNA into DNA and integrates it into the host cell's genome.
  • Cancer: A group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.
  • Adult T-cell leukemia: A rare cancer of the T-lymphocytes caused by HTLV-1.
  • Neurological disorders: Any disorder of the body's nervous system. This can include structural, biochemical, or electrical abnormalities in the brain, spinal cord, or other nerves.
  • Lymphocytes: A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system.
  • White blood cell: Cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious disease and foreign invaders.

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