Protocol for optimizing production and quality control of infective EcoHIV virions

STAR Protoc. 2023 Sep 15;4(3):102368. doi: 10.1016/j.xpro.2023.102368. Epub 2023 Jun 19.

Abstract

EcoHIV is a model of HIV infection that recapitulates aspects of HIV-1 pathology in mice. However, there are limited published protocols to guide EcoHIV virion production. Here, we present a protocol for producing infective EcoHIV virions and essential quality controls. We describe steps for viral purification, titering, and multiple techniques to analyze infection efficacy. This protocol produces high infectivity in C57BL/6 mice which will aid investigators in generating preclinical data.

Keywords: Cell Culture; Cell-based Assays; Health Sciences.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • HIV Infections*
  • HIV-1*
  • Mice
  • Mice, Inbred C57BL
  • Virion