Immunogenic peptides, antibodies and uses thereof relating to CD4 receptor binding

摘要

Immunogenic peptides containing amino acid residues which define a binding site to a CD4 receptor are disclosed. Antibodies to these peptides are also disclosed. Methods of reducing the ability of a gp120 env protein to bind to CD4 are also disclosed. Methods of treatment and prophylaxis using these antibodies and peptides are also described.