Virological characteristics of the SARS-CoV-2 KP.2 variant
Yu Kaku, Keiya Uriu, Yusuke Kosugi, Kaho Okumura, Daichi Yamasoba, Yoshifumi Uwamino, Jin Kuramochi, Kenji Sadamasu, Kazuhisa Yoshimura, Hiroyuki Asakura, Mami Nagashima, Jumpei Ito, Kei Sato
This study investigates the virological properties of the SARS-CoV-2 KP.2 variant, finding it has higher viral fitness and immune resistance compared to JN.1, contributing to its rapid spread.
The Lancet Infectious Diseases · May 20, 2024Peer-reviewedMicrobiology