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Antibodies found in alpacas 'may prevent Covid-19 infection in humans', says study

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Antibodies found in alpacas may be able to stop humans from contracting coronavirus, scientists have said. Researchers say that the tiny proteins made by the animal's immune system has the ability to block Sars-CoV-2 from entering human cells - this is the virus that causes coronavirus.

The study by Rosalind Franklin Institute and Oxford University also found that antibodies derived from llamas can combat Covid-19 infection.

Camelids such as llamas, camels and alpacas are able to naturally produce small antibodies with a simpler structure. The antibodies are known as nanobodies and can help fight viral infections.

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