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Reissuing the sigma receptors for SARS-CoV-2

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Highlights

  • Receptor binding is a major determinant of tissue tropism for SARS-CoV-2.

  • Neurotropism of SARS-CoV-2 associated with a broad range of receptors in the central nervous system (CNS).

  • Sigma receptors may be involved in the neuronal transmission of SARS-CoV-2.

Keywords

Sigma receptors
Brain
Coronavirus pandemic
COVID-19
Antiviral agents
SARS-CoV-2

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