December 23, 2024

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Avian Flu Shield: Gene Found to Protect Against Deadly Virus

Discovered a gene that shields people against avian flu viruses


A gene known as BTN3A3 has been identified by researchers as a barrier to the transmission of bird flu viruses to people. This gene, which is located in the airways, prevents the avian flu virus from replicating. The study, which was published in the journal Nature, hypothesised that this discovery would aid in the discovery of novel and prospective pandemic-causing viruses.