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. 1970 Jan 9;167(3915):195-6.
doi: 10.1126/science.167.3915.195.

Peroxidase-mediated virucidal systems

M E Belding, S J Klebanoff, C G Ray

Peroxidase-mediated virucidal systems

M E Belding et al. Science. .

Abstract

Peroxidase (myeloperoxidase or lactoperoxidase), hydrogen peroxide, and a halide such as iodide, bromide, or chloride form a potent virucidal system that is effective against polio and vaccinia viruis, particularly at a low pH. The peroxidase-halide-hydrogen peroxide system may contribute to the host defense against certain viral infections.

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