What does provirus mean?
A provirus is a viral genome that has been integrated into the host cell's DNA, but is not actively replicating. It can remain dormant for long periods of time before being reactivated.
Example
"The researchers discovered a provirus in the host cell's genome that was responsible for the viral infection."
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