Emerging Role of Neuropilin-1 and Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme-2 in Renal Carcinoma-Associated COVID-19 Pathogenesis
Neuropilin-1 (NRP1) is a recently identified glycoprotein that is an important host factor for SARS-CoV-2 infection. On the other hand, angiotensin-converting enzyme-2 (ACE2) acts as a receptor for SARS-CoV-2. Additionally, both NRP1 and ACE2 express in the kidney and are associated with various ren...
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MDPI AG
2021-10-01
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| Series: | Infectious Disease Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2036-7449/13/4/81 |