Adenoviruses

Adenoviruses have a linear double-stranded DNA genome. They are of medium size (70-90 nm), with a molecular mass of about 20-25´10⁶ dalton, and do not have lipoprotein membranes. This virus family is resistant to environmental factors. They enter cells through endocytosis and remain in the cytoplasm. They do not integrate their genome into the host cell’s DNA. Adenoviruses most commonly cause respiratory diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, and eye infections. They are widespread worldwide. In the temperate climate zone, most of these diseases are registered in autumn, winter, and early spring. The transmission occurs through droplets in the air or indirectly through contaminated hands or objects with secretions from an infected person’s nose or throat. Immunity is universal.

Source | Glossary of Most Commonly Used Biomedical Terms and Concepts | Lithuanian University of Health Sciences | Academician Professor Antanas Praškevičius, Professor Laima Ivanovienė