hemagglutinin-neuraminidase

Definition of hemagglutinin-neuraminidase
National Cancer Institute

hemagglutinin-neuraminidase

(HEE-muh-GLOO-tih-nin-NOOR-uh-MIH-nih-days)
A protein found in the outer coat of paramyxoviruses. This protein helps virus particles bind to cells, making infection easier.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms