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Current development of COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccines and therapeutics

Naru Zhang1, Chaoqun Li1, Yue Hu1

  • 1Department of Clinical Medicine, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou, China.

Microbes and Infection
|May 11, 2020
PubMed

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This review covers diagnostic methods, treatments, and vaccines for SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that caused a global pandemic. It aims to inform strategies for controlling and preventing further outbreaks of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 in Wuhan, China, in late 2019 triggered a global health crisis.
  • The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus caused widespread panic and necessitated urgent scientific response.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current diagnostic approaches for SARS-CoV-2.
  • To summarize available therapeutics and vaccines for preventing and treating SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • To provide insights into controlling and preventing future outbreaks.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of diagnostic methods.
  • Analysis of therapeutic strategies.
  • Examination of vaccine development and efficacy.

Main Results:

  • Overview of various diagnostic techniques for identifying SARS-CoV-2.
  • Summary of key treatments and their effectiveness.
  • Discussion of vaccine candidates and their potential impact.

Conclusions:

  • Effective diagnostics, therapeutics, and vaccines are crucial for managing the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic.
  • Continued research and global collaboration are essential for controlling the virus and preventing future outbreaks.
Keywords:
Diagnostic approachesSARS-CoV-2TherapeuticsVaccines

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