There are distinct patterns of intra-familial transmission of COVID-19. It is unclear whether or not there are host factors, including genetic factors, that influence susceptibility or disease course
A project that’s just starting (110 studies registered as I post) but may yield some interesting data in the future.
Being able to release the least susceptible from lock-down and increasing herd immunity. Targeting limited vaccination supplies to the most susceptible. Although a high specificity antibody test will be the game-changer.
From the WHO report you linked to (page 36):
Something I find interesting to point out.
I’ve just come across this:
COVID-19 host genetics initiative
A project that’s just starting (110 studies registered as I post) but may yield some interesting data in the future.
Being able to release the least susceptible from lock-down and increasing herd immunity. Targeting limited vaccination supplies to the most susceptible. Although a high specificity antibody test will be the game-changer.