Preferred Term:
virus-like particles
Definition:
Non-infectious particles produced when expression of viral structural proteins results in a viral self-assembly; but unlike viruses, VLPs do not contain viral genetic material.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- VLPs (virus-like particles)
- VLP (virus-like particle)
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/198198
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