Interferons are the host’s first line of defense against infections. Different subtypes of these messenger substances have different effects. Researchers showed which subtypes are most effective against SARS-CoV-2. The researchers not only elucidated the principles underlying the host’s defense mechanisms against the virus, but also presented potential alternative treatment options for high-risk patients in the early stages of an infection.
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