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Plaques are clear zones formed in a cell culture by the lysis of cells due to viral infection. They are used as an indicator of viral presence and activity.
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Antigen-Antibody Complex: A molecular complex formed when an antibody binds to its specific antigen.
Viral Titer: The concentration of virus particles in a sample, often determined using plaque assays.
Cell Culture: A laboratory process where cells are grown under controlled conditions, often used for virus propagation.