Differential inhibition of human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) by toll-like receptor ligands mediated by interferon-beta in human foreskin fibroblasts and cervical tissue

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) can be acquired sexually and is shed from the genital tract. Cross-sectional studies in women show that changes in genital tract microbial flora affect HCMV infection and/or shedding. Since genital microbial flora may affect HCMV infe...

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Main Authors: Zariffard M Reza, Lurain Nell S, Harwani Sailesh C, Spear Gregory T
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-12-01
Series:Virology Journal
Online Access:http://www.virologyj.com/content/4/1/133