Highlights similarities and differences of the cell entry mechanisms of HIV and SARS - CoV-2

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∻Answer∻ ⚹ The cell entry mechanisms of HIV and SARS-CoV-2 have both similarities and differences. ⚹ ∻Solution∻ ‖ a ⋮ Similarity: Both HIV and SARS-CoV-2 use receptor-mediated endocytosis to enter host cells. ‖‖ b ⋮ Difference: HIV primarily targets CD4+ T cells using the CD4 receptor and co-receptors CCR5 or CXCR4, while SARS-CoV-2 targets epithelial cells using the ACE2 receptor. ‖‖ c ⋮ Similarity: Both viruses undergo membrane fusion to release their genetic material into the host cell. ‖ ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹ Receptor-mediated endocytosis ⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹ Both HIV and SARS-CoV-2 utilize specific receptors on the host cell surface to gain entry, but they target different receptors and cell types. ⚹◊What are the specific receptors used by HIV and SARS-CoV-2 for cell entry?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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