Virino
Virino
Virino (pronunciation: vi-ri-no) is a term used in the field of virology to describe a virus that is encapsulated within a host's protein coat.
Etymology
The term "Virino" is derived from the Latin word "virus", which means poison, and the suffix "-ino", which is used to denote a smaller or lesser form. Thus, "virino" can be translated to mean "small virus".
Definition
A virino is a virus-like particle that consists of a viral genome encapsulated within a host's protein coat, rather than a viral protein coat. This is in contrast to a typical virus, which has its genome encapsulated within a protein coat that it produces itself. Virinos are thought to be a form of prion, a type of infectious agent that is composed solely of protein.
Related Terms
- Virus: A small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism.
- Virology: The study of viruses and virus-like agents, including their taxonomy, disease-producing properties, cultivation and genetics.
- Prion: A type of infectious agent composed solely of protein.
- Genome: The complete set of genes or genetic material present in a cell or organism.
- Protein: A large biomolecule or macromolecule that is composed of one or more long chains of amino acid residues.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Virino
- Wikipedia's article - Virino
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