Delta variant of COVID-19 : a simple explanation
Joint Authors
Jumah, Fatimah A.
Hendaus, Mohamed A.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2021, Issue 3 (31 Dec. 2021), pp.1-5, 5 p.
Publisher
Publication Date
2021-12-31
Country of Publication
Qatar
No. of Pages
5
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19), has undergone numerous mutations since its initial identification, leading to challenges in controlling the pandemic.
Till date, several variants of concern have been identified.
However, currently, the Delta variant (B.1.617.2) is the most dreaded one owing to its enhanced transmissibility and increased virulence.
In addition, this variant can potentially facilitate fusion of the spike protein to cells or inhibit antibodies from binding to it.
In this commentary, we have simplified the complexity of the nomenclature of variants related to COVID-19, concentrating on the Delta variant including its transmissibility, response to vaccines, and prevention.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hendaus, Mohamed A.& Jumah, Fatimah A.. 2021. Delta variant of COVID-19 : a simple explanation. Qatar Medical Journal،Vol. 2021, no. 3, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1431293
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hendaus, Mohamed A.& Jumah, Fatimah A.. Delta variant of COVID-19 : a simple explanation. Qatar Medical Journal No. 3 (2021), pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1431293
American Medical Association (AMA)
Hendaus, Mohamed A.& Jumah, Fatimah A.. Delta variant of COVID-19 : a simple explanation. Qatar Medical Journal. 2021. Vol. 2021, no. 3, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1431293
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
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BIM-1431293