May 19, 2024
A genetic basis for asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection

A genetic basis for asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection

  • RESEARCH BRIEFINGS

A common genetic variant of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) complex, a family of genes involved in the immune response, is associated with an absence of symptoms during SARS-CoV-2 infection. Previous exposure to cold viruses seems to confer this immunity.

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