Uncovering a link between COVID-19 and renal cell carcinoma

The cellular action of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 global pandemic, is dependent on a specific combination of receptors and cofactors. These proteins are now known to be expressed in normal kidney tubule tissue and renal cell carcinoma cells, representing possible targets for budding therapeutic modalities.

Automated summary

The cellular action of SARS-CoV-2 relies on specific receptors and cofactors. These proteins are found in normal kidney tubule tissue and renal cell carcinoma cells, suggesting potential targets for therapies.