Hepatitis B virus DNA integrates into active host chromatin regions without global genome reorganization

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Hepatitis B virus DNA integrates into active host chromatin regions without global genome reorganization. The virus preferentially associates with gene-rich areas, maintaining host transcriptional stability. Viral minichromosomes show active chromatin marks. This suggests a stealthy infection strategy that supports viral transcription and persistence.


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