Seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in Mexican Health Care Workers after Two Years of the Pandemic: The Picture of an Ophthalmic Medical Centre

Objective In this study, we investigated the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccination on seroprevalence in a cohort of healthcare workers (HCW) at an ophthalmic medical center. Methods IgG antibodies against the N, S1, and S2 antigens of SARS-CoV-2 as well as their serum neutralizing activity were determined. Results In the present study, we observed that 98.4% of HCW were seropositive for S1/S2 proteins of SARS-CoV-2 due to the national vaccination program. Interestingly, 78.4% of the participants had anti-N protein antibodies, suggesting previous COVID-19 infection. We also evaluated the neutralizing antibodies and found that the mean value was high (90.7%). Conclusion These results indicate that our HCWs cohort presented a robust hybrid humoral response owing to the massive national vaccination program and natural infections.

Automated summary

This study investigated the impact of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination on seroprevalence in a cohort of healthcare workers at an ophthalmic medical center. The results showed that almost all healthcare workers were seropositive for SARS-CoV-2 S1/S2 proteins due to the national vaccination program. Interestingly, a significant percentage of participants also had antibodies against the N protein, indicating previous COVID-19 infection. The neutralizing antibody levels were also found to be high.