ABSTRACT:
Virus has a nature of antigenic drift and shift so over time their genetic make-up changes through the mutation and emerged a new strain of virus. Six type of coronavirus are known to infect the human being till now. The latest one and seventh number coronavirus is COVID-19. Diseases caused by coronavirus ranging from common cold to severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS-CoV). One more strain or mutant COVID-19 identified at UK in September 2020 and this strain is fast and quick spreading that is 70% more transmissible than the old strain. The first “Variant Under Investigation” in December -2020 in which most significant mutation known as N501Y change the protein spike (S) of the virus that is the receptor binding domain, used to bind the human ACE2 receptors. Five alarming warning signs of new strain of coronavirus are Breathing problem, Confusion, Persistent chest pain, Tired and unable to stay awake, Bluish lips or face. RT-PCR and genetic sequencing still reliable diagnostic method for new variant of corona. Control and prevention need to follow all guidelines which are following previously and till now many vaccines developed but scientist need more research and data for its efficacy on new variant of corona.
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Manish Kumar Balai. UK Variant COVID-19. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2021; 11(4):601-4. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2021.00140
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Manish Kumar Balai. UK Variant COVID-19. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2021; 11(4):601-4. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2021.00140 Available on: https://ajner.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2021-11-4-32
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