Prolonged Protective Immunity Induced by Mild SARS-CoV-2 Infection of K18-hACE2 Mice.
Vaccines (Basel)
; 10(4)2022 Apr 14.
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ABSTRACT
Longevity of the immune response following viral exposure is an essential aspect of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Mild SARS-CoV-2 infection of K18-hACE2 mice was implemented for evaluating the mounting and longevity of a specific memory immune response. We show that the infection of K18-hACE2 mice induced robust humoral and cellular immunity (systemic and local), which persisted for at least six months. Virus-specific T cells and neutralizing antibody titers decreased over time, yet their levels were sufficient to provide sterile immunity against lethal rechallenge six months post-primary infection. The study substantiates the role of naturally induced immunity against SARS-CoV-2 infection for preventing recurring morbidity.
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Vaccines (Basel)
Ano de publicação:
2022
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Article
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Israel