Resident viruses and their interactions with the immune system.
Nat Immunol
; 14(7): 654-9, 2013 Jul.
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ABSTRACT
The human body is colonized with a diverse resident microflora that includes viruses. Recent studies of metagenomes have begun to characterize the composition of the human 'virobiota' and its associated genes (the 'virome'), and have fostered the emerging field of host-virobiota interactions. In this Perspective, we explore how resident viruses interact with the immune system. We review recent findings that highlight the role of the immune system in shaping the composition of the virobiota and consider how resident viruses may impact host immunity. Finally, we discuss the implications of virobiota-immune system interactions for human health.
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Asunto principal:
Sistema Respiratorio
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Piel
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Virus
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Tracto Gastrointestinal
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Boca
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Cavidad Nasal
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Nat Immunol
Asunto de la revista:
ALERGIA E IMUNOLOGIA
Año:
2013
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos