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US28: HCMV's Swiss Army Knife.

Benjamin A Krishna1, William E Miller2, Christine M O'Connor3

  • 1Genomic Medicine, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH 44195, USA. krishnb2@ccf.org.

Viruses
|August 22, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) US28 protein impacts viral infection and host cells. This viral G protein coupled receptor (GPCR) shows therapeutic potential for treating HCMV-related diseases.

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Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) encodes four G protein coupled receptors (GPCRs).
  • The viral US28 protein (pUS28) is a potent signaling molecule affecting host cell pathways.
  • pUS28 expression occurs during both lytic and latent HCMV infection, indicating diverse roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the impact of pUS28 on lytic and latent HCMV infection.
  • To explore pUS28-mediated signaling pathways and their consequences.
  • To examine pUS28's influence on disease states and its therapeutic potential.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on pUS28 function and signaling.
  • Analysis of pUS28's role in viral pathogenesis.
Keywords:
HCMVUS28cytomegalovirus

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  • Discussion of pUS28's involvement in cardiovascular disease and cancer.

    • Main Results:

    • pUS28 significantly alters host cell pathways, impacting viral replication and latency.
    • pUS28 signaling influences HCMV pathogenesis and associated diseases.
    • pUS28 demonstrates potential as a therapeutic target against HCMV.

    Conclusions:

    • pUS28 is a multifunctional viral GPCR critical for HCMV infection.
    • Understanding pUS28's signaling is key to combating HCMV-related diseases.
    • Targeting pUS28 offers a promising strategy for novel antiviral therapies.