Hemagglutinin esterase

Hemagglutininesterase is a protein of the envelope of some viruses. Its function is related with the pathogenicity of the virus and with its interaction with the host. It may help the virus bind and enter the mucus layer of the intestinal way.

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hemagglutinin esterase at the US National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

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