Primate-specific BTN3A2 protects against SARS-CoV-2 infection by interacting with and reducing ACE2
L. Xu, D. Yu, M. Xu, L.-X. Yang, Q.-C. Zou, X.-L. Feng, M.-H. Li, N. Sheng, Y.-G. Yao
This study identifies BTN3A2 as a primate-specific gene that inhibits SARS-CoV-2 infection by reducing ACE2 expression and blocking viral attachment.
bioRxiv · Jan 13, 2024Cell Biology