High Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme and Low Carboxypeptidase N Serum Activity Correlate with Disease Severity in COVID-19 Patients

(1) Background: Angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) is a functional receptor of SARS-CoV-2 and counter-balances ACE in the renin–angiotensin system (RAS). An imbalance of the RAS could be associated with severe COVID-19 progression. (2) Methods: Activities of serum proteases angiotensin-convertin...

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Main Authors: Phil-Robin Tepasse, Richard Vollenberg, Nico Steinebrey, Simone König
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-03-01
Series:Journal of Personalized Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/12/3/406