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human endogenous retroviruses
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human endogenous retroviruses (HERV),
Retrovirus-like sequences found in the human genome, thought to constitute the remains of true retroviruses that were absorbed through evolution. At least one is thought to be linked to expression of tumor cells. They are also thought to be involved in autoimmune disorders such as multiple sclerosis.


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