Zika in Macrophages and Cytotrophoblasts (IMAGE) Cell Press Caption This visual abstract depicts the findings of Quicke et al., who demonstrate that a contemporary ZIKV strain infects and replicates in primary human placental macrophages and cytotrophoblasts, suggesting a route for ZIKV to cross the placental barrier. Credit Quicke and Bowen <i>et al</i>./<i>Cell Host & Microbe 2016</i> Usage Restrictions Credit Required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.