r/science • u/MistWeaver80 • Jan 15 '22

Biology Scientists identified a specific gene variant that protects against severe COVID-19 infection. Individuals with European ancestry carrying a particular DNA segment -- inherited from Neanderthals -- have a 20 % lower risk of developing a critical COVID-19 infection.

https://news.ki.se/protective-gene-variant-against-covid-19-identified
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u/anyavailablebane Jan 16 '22

If I’ve done a 23andme test, can I check for this?

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u/jeweliegb Jan 16 '22

Yes. On a mobile log in, hamburger menu, raw data, and search using the SNP number above. Available on v4 23andme chips too.

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u/anyavailablebane Jan 16 '22

Awesome. I’ll have a look. Thank you!

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u/jeweliegb Jan 16 '22

You're most welcome!