UNRAVELING THE ENIGMA: GENETIC VARIANTS AND ASYMPTOMATIC COVID-19 INFECTIONS
In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, an intriguing puzzle has emerged - why do some individuals remain asymptomatic even when infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, while others suffer severe illness? A groundbreaking study now suggests that the answer lies within our genetic makeup. Researchers from around the globe have delved into the human genome to explore this phenomenon, and their findings are both fascinating and promising. It appears that certain genetic variants within the immune system could play a crucial role in determining whether an individual develops symptoms or not. The study, which encompassed a diverse population sample, identified specific genetic markers associated with asymptomatic COVID-19 infections. These genetic variants appear to bolster the body's ability to mount a robust defence against the virus, effectively preventing it from causing severe illness. Consequently, individuals carrying these variants may unknowingly harbour the virus while remaining e