Epithelial Cells (IMAGE)

Experimental Biology

Epithelial Cells

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Human vaginal epithelial cells expressing the UFO (AXL) receptor. Zika uses this receptor as a portal of entry into permissive cells.

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James Mungin Jr., Meharry Medical College

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