Protective antibodies generated in response to influenza virus bind to _____ of the viral envelope.

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Hemagglutinin and neuraminidase are the two major glycoproteins found on the surface of the influenza virus envelope, and are therefore the main targets of protective antibody responses. Polysaccharides, variable surface glycoproteins, and superantigens are not typically found on the influenza virus envelope. Gp41 and gp120 are glycoproteins found on the envelope of HIV, not influenza virus.

Protective Antibodies Generated in Response to Influenza Virus Bind to _____