McMaster University researchers have found not only how some viral infections cause severe tissue damage, but also how to reduce that damage.
They have discovered how Type I interferon (IFN) stops the immune system from “going rogue” and attacking the body’s own tissues when fighting viral infections, including COVID-19.
Their paper was published in the journal PLOS Pathogens.
Senior author Ali Ashkar said IFN is a well-known anti-viral signaling molecule, that when released by the body’s cells, can trigger a powerful immune response against harmful viruses.
“What we have found is that it is also critical to stop white blood cells from releasing protease enzymes, which can damage organ tissue...
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