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Understanding the Transmissibility of the XBB.1.5 'Kraken' Variant of SARS-CoV-2

  • Posted on January 15, 2023
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  • By Akta Yadav
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Understanding the Transmissibility :-
According to the web search results, the XBB.1.5 variant of SARS-CoV-2, also known as the 'Kraken' variant, is believed to be more transmissible due to several mutations in its spike protein. The virus uses the spike protein to bind to and enter human cells. The modifications in the XBB.1.5 variant may make the spike protein more stable and efficient at binding to the ACE2 receptor in human cells, allowing the virus to enter human cells more efficiently.   Understanding the Transmissibility Understanding the Transmissibility-Understanding the Transmissibility The nickname 'Kraken' is said to have been informally coined to distinguish between variants of the virus. According to the WHO, XBB.1.5 is the most transmissible Omicron subvariant yet and is estimated to be responsible for 28% of all COVID-19 cases in the U.S. now, up from a mere 4% a month ago.   It is also reported that XBB.1.5 is taking a solid hold in the Midwest of the United States. The name 'Kraken' is said to have been chosen by a scientist named Gregory to communicate information to the public better, and he chose the name of a sea monster from Norse mythology.   Understanding the Transmissibility Understanding the Transmissibility PIt's important to note that more research is needed to confirm these findings and comprehensively analyse the virus's transmission as a result of these mutations. However, the available results suggest that the XBB.1.5 variant may be more transmissible than other variants due to specific mutations in the spike protein that allow it to bind more efficiently to human cells and potentially in other genes.   It's important to note that the name "Kraken" is not an official name assigned by health organisations or scientists but an informal name created by some researchers to better communicate the variant to the public.   Visit our website for more articles where we share Top Stories of The World, TopStoriesWorld.com
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