BCG activation of trained immunity is associated with induction of cross reactive COVID-19 antibodies in a BCG vaccinated population.
N. T. Iqbal, K. Ahmed, T. Sattar, F. Aziz, R. Hussain
The study examines BCG-induced trained immunity in adults, finding elevated cytokine responses and cross-reactive SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, suggesting potential cross-protection against COVID-19.
bioRxiv · Jan 2, 2024Immunology