Viral Reverse Transcriptase

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Also known as:  Reverse Transcriptase;  Viral DNA Polymerase

 

Description

Viral Reverse Transcriptase is a form of DNA Polymerase that operates in Viruses (usually Retroviruses).

 

Toxic Effects of Viral Reverse Transcriptase

Immune System

 Viruses (especially Retroviruses such as the HIV virus) utilize Viral Reverse Transcriptase to synthesize DNA from RNA - Viral Reverse Transcriptase permits Viral RNA to be integrated into host’s (human) DNA.

 

These Substances may Inhibit Viral Reverse Transcriptase

Carbohydrates

 Carrageenan Iota and Carrageenan Lambda may inhibit Viral Reverse Transcriptase. 

 Dextran Sulfate may inhibit Viral Reverse Transcriptase.  [1]

 Heparin may inhibit Viral Reverse Transcriptase.  [2]

 

Enzymes

 Glutathione Peroxidase may inhibit the activity of HIV-1 Viral Reverse Transcriptase.  [3]

 

Glucosides

 Oleuropein may inhbit Viral Reverse Transcriptase. 

 

Minerals

 Manganese may inhibit HIV-1 Viral Reverse Transcriptase.  [4]

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