Term Name: latency-replication decision
Synonyms:
Definition: The process by which a virus switches on its replication cycle in an infected cell. The process is typically controlled by a genetic switch controlled by environmental factors such as cell type, cell shape, the availability of nutrients, superinfection or exposure of infected cells to UV or various chemical stimuli.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0098689]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is a type of: viral process
regulates: release from viral latency