Saturday, June 13, 2020

A protein that helps to fight viruses can also block lung damage repair

Researchers have found that a protein which is initially helpful in the body's immune response to a virus, can later interfere with the repair of lung tissue. The work highlights the need for careful consideration regarding the use of this protein to treat viruses, including coronavirus.

from Health & Medicine News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2020/06/200611152453.htm

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