Envelope protein UL128

UniProtKB accession:  V9LLX6

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UniProtKB description:  Plays a role in viral entry into host cells. Forms a pentameric complex at the surface of the viral envelope together with gH, gL, UL130 and UL131. This complex is required for entry in epithelial, endothelial and myeloid host cells (PubMed:23853586, PubMed:17942555). Mechanistically, engages host receptor(s) including neurophilin 2/NRP2 to mediate infection (PubMed:30057110). Additionally, monomeric UL128 may interfere with certain inflammatory cytokines to increase infection and dissemination by blocking monocytes migration (PubMed:21367908).