Researches Discover Antibody Against Variants Of SARS-CoV-2
An antivirus that is thoroughly protective against different variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has been discovered by the researchers. The study named "Immunity" can help formulate new antibody-based therapies that might lose their effectiveness with the mutation of the virus. "Current antibodies may work against some but not all variants," said Michael S Diamond, the senior author of the study and professor at Washington University School of… read-more
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Study Reveals COVID Antibodies Could Last For Over 5 Months
Amid COVID-19 reinfections, a study has asserted that the antibodies produced against the coronavirus are "relatively stable for at least five months". The study analysed over 30,000 patients and found that 90% participants produced strong antibody response to fight the virus and antibodies remained for "many months". The study used enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to measure the antibodies. Experts opine that determining the… read-more
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American Pharma Pauses Trials of Potential COVID-19 Treatment
American Pharmaceutical company, Eli Lilly, which was running trials of a potential "antibody treatment" for COVID-19 has paused its trials. Reportedly, the trials were approved by the US Government and the treatment was based on the use of "monoclonal antibodies". Reports suggest that the trial was paused owing to "potential safety concerns". Though the company confirmed the news, it did not reveal the exact cause.
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