West Nile virus (WNV)
Learn about West Nile virus, an enveloped RNA virus that causes West Nile fever. This article explores its transmission, clinical manifestations, and the potential targets for combating enveloped viruses.
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The active substances of chemical disinfection procedures attack pathogens using a certain mechanism in order to kill or inactivate them. Examples: Alcohols have an unspecific mode of action. They denature all proteins, thus inhibiting bacterial reproduction within a very short time. Triclosan targets a specific enzyme to block lipid synthesis (specific mechanism of action).
The basic principle is: The more specific the mode of action, the greater the probability of emergence of resistant microorganisms with increasing use of this active ingredient.
