Virologist commented on the message about a new way of infection with coronavirus

“Here we are talking about a well-known thing.

There is an alternative receptor for the coronavirus.

It is more complexly called than ACE2, but it exists.

And the fact that this particular mutant does not bind to the cell with the help of ACE2, but binds with the help of another, is nothing special, ”Netesov said.

According to the virologist, current vaccines will protect against this variety, albeit to a lesser extent.

“There are other mutations there, as well as the British, South African, Brazilian and Indian variants, which will make these viruses less vulnerable to vaccines.

That's all.

That is, there is no particular sensation here, ”added the professor.

Earlier, scientists from the University of Washington School of Medicine found an alternative way for the coronavirus to enter the cells: to enter the body, the virus does not always need ACE2 receptors.