Capsid protein G8P
Function
Self assembles to form a helical capsid wrapping up the viral genomic DNA. The capsid displays a filamentous structure with a length of 760-1950 nm and a width of 6-8 nm. The virion assembly and budding take place at the host inner membrane.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the inovirus capsid protein family.
Cellular localization
- Virion
- Host cell inner membrane
- Single-pass type I membrane protein
- Insertion into the host inner membrane requires YidC but not the Sec translocon. Virion assembly occurs after insertion.
Alternative names
Capsid protein G8P, Coat protein B, Gene 8 protein, M13 procoat, Major coat protein, G8P, VIII