pic.twitter.com/xXECapxU4A Meanwhile, new study has analysed over 3000 proteins to identify which are causally linked to the development of severe Covid-19.
This is the first study to assess such a large number of proteins for their connection to Covid-19. The findings of the study will provide insight into potential new targets for approaches to treat and prevent severe Covid-19.
The study was led by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre and was published in the journal, 'PLOS Genetics'.
The study used a genetic tool to screen over 3000 proteins. Researchers identified six proteins that could underlie an increased risk of severe Covid-19 and eight that could contribute to protection from severe Covid-19.