Llamas produce a unique kind of antibody which scientists believe could offer a new frontline treatment against COVID-19, administered via a nasal spray.Nanobodies, a smaller and simpler form of antibody produced by llamas and camels, can effectively target the novel coronavirus, new research published in the journal Nature Communication has found.
Scientists at the Rosalind Franklin Institute in the UK have identified short chains of these molecules that can significantly reduce signs of COVID-19 when given to other infected animals.COVID news live: Boris Johnson shook hands with Brazilian health minister day before positive coronavirus test
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