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Hemagglutination with simian papovavirus SA12.
Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|April 1, 1978
Summary
Simian papovavirus SA12 agglutinated various erythrocytes. Optimal release of SA12 hemagglutinin from infected cells occurred at alkaline pH.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Cell Biology
Background:
- Simian papovavirus SA12 is a virus with potential biological activity.
- Understanding viral hemagglutinin properties is crucial for virological research.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the hemagglutinating properties of Simian papovavirus SA12.
- To determine the optimal conditions for releasing SA12 hemagglutinin.
Main Methods:
- Erythrocyte agglutination assays were performed using human, guinea pig, and chicken red blood cells.
- Infected tissue culture cells were processed to isolate hemagglutinin under varying pH conditions.
Main Results:
- Simian papovavirus SA12 demonstrated hemagglutination capabilities across multiple species.
- The most effective release of SA12 hemagglutinin was observed at an alkaline pH.
Conclusions:
- Simian papovavirus SA12 exhibits broad hemagglutination activity.
- Alkaline conditions facilitate the release of SA12 hemagglutinin from infected cellular material.