Mouse Anti-Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1&2 Monoclonal Antibody

Herpes simplex virus (HSV), both types 1 and 2, are enveloped viruses that contain a variety of glycoproteins on their surface, with Glycoprotein D (gD) being one of the most critical for viral infection. gD is a major antigenic determinant and is essential for the initial stages of the virus's interaction with host cells. This glycoprotein plays a multifaceted role in the HSV life cycle. It is involved in the attachment of the virus to the host cell by binding to specific receptors, such as HVEM (Herpesvirus Entry Mediator) and nectin-1. This binding facilitates the fusion of the viral envelope with the host cell membrane, allowing the virus to enter and initiate infection.