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  • Epidemiology

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  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2.
  • SARS-CoV-2 can cause a spectrum of illness, from subclinical to severe respiratory and enteric diseases.
  • Subclinical infections contribute to widespread community transmission and influence herd immunity dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the biology, etiopathogenesis, and clinical manifestations of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
  • To understand the host immune response to SARS-CoV-2.
  • To identify research gaps concerning subclinical COVID-19 and its implications for vaccine development and pandemic control.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative review of existing literature on SARS-CoV-2.
  • Focus on disease mechanisms, clinical presentation, and host immune response.
  • Analysis of factors influencing disease spectrum and subclinical infection.

Main Results:

  • COVID-19 presentation varies due to inoculum size, host susceptibility, and pre-existing antibodies.
  • Subclinical infections play a significant role in community transmission.
  • Understanding subclinical infection is key for effective vaccine strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Further research into the biology and immune behavior of subclinical COVID-19 is essential.
  • Addressing knowledge gaps can enhance vaccine development and current control efforts.
  • Subclinical SARS-CoV-2 infections are critical for pandemic management strategies.