Peptide sequences are disclosed which immunologically mimic proteins encoded by the env and gag regions of LAV-2, a retrovirus associated with AIDS. The peptide can be used in various specific binding assays to detect the presence of antibodies to LAV-2 in individuals previously exposed to the virus. The peptides enable one to distinguish the presence of antibodies to LAV-2 from antibodies to HIV-1.

 
Web www.patentalert.com

< (none)

< Reflector for an ultraviolet lamp system

> Thin film coater and coating method

> (none)

~ 00021