How to package an AAV?
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Packaging an Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) involves several steps, typically performed in a laboratory setting. Here's a simplified overview of the process:
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Vector Design: Design the AAV vector to carry the desired gene or therapeutic payload. This includes selecting the appropriate promoter, gene of interest, and any regulatory elements.
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Plasmid Preparation: Prepare the plasmids that will be used in the transfection process. This includes the AAV vector plasmid, a helper plasmid (which provides the necessary AAV genes for replication and packaging), and an AAV rep-cap plasmid (which provides the rep and cap genes necessary for AAV replication and assembly).
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Cell Culture: Grow the host cells, typically HEK 293 cells, to a suitable density in culture media.
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Transfection: Introduce the plasmids into the host cells using a transfection method, such as calcium phosphate precipitation, lipofection, or electroporation.
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Virus Production: Allow the cells to produce the AAV particles. This usually takes several days. During this time, the cells will replicate the AAV genome, produce the viral capsid proteins, and assemble the virus particles.
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Harvesting: After the production phase, harvest the virus-containing medium from the cells.
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Purification: Purify the virus particles from the cell debris and other cellular components. This can be done using methods such as ultracentrifugation, chromatography, or filtration.
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Titration: Determine the titer of the virus stock, which is the number of infectious virus particles per unit volume. This is important for dosing in subsequent applications.
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Quality Control: Perform quality control tests to ensure the virus preparation is free from contaminants and has the correct biological activity.
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Storage: Store the virus at -80°C or in liquid nitrogen to preserve its infectivity.
This is a high-level summary, and the actual process can be more complex, involving additional steps and considerations for safety, scale, and regulatory compliance.
