Angiotensin-converting
enzyme
2
(ACE2)
and
the
transmembrane
serine
protease
(TMPRSS2)
are
recognized
as
entry
proteins
of
severe
acute
respiratory
syndrome
coronavirus
(SARS-CoV-2),
recently
their
Single
Nucleotide
Polymorphisms
(SNP)
have
been
studied
in
different
populations
to
elucidate
impact
on
disease.
The
aim
this
study
was
evaluate
genetic
SNP
ACE2
(rs35803318)
TMPRSS2
(rs2070788)
genes
COVID-19
patients
from
Northeast
Brazil
compared
with
global
populations,
well
expression
quantitative
trait
locus
(eQTL).
For
(rs35803318),
we
found
92.6%
CC,
3.4%
CT,
4.0%
TT
genotype
carriers
SARS-CoV-2-positive
patients.
Surprisingly,
only
frequencies
were
not
Hardy-Weinberg
equilibrium.
rs2070788,
22.3%
GG,
50.7%
AG,
27%
AA
loci
(eQTLs)
revealed
that
rs35803318
associated
an
altered
PIR
gene
expression,
rs2070788
eQTLs
association
lung
tissue.
No
significant
identified
between
distribution
SNPs
'patient's
outcome.
In
conclusion,
our
results
suggest
may
be
protective
factors
for
including
Brazilian
population,
since
presence
does
affect
outcome
described
by
other
studies.
Human Genomics,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: June 1, 2022
Abstract
COVID-19,
which
is
caused
by
the
SARS-CoV-2,
has
ravaged
world
for
past
2
years.
Here,
we
review
current
state
of
research
into
disease
with
focus
on
its
history,
human
genetics
and
genomics
transition
from
pandemic
to
endemic
phase.
We
are
particularly
concerned
lack
solid
information
initial
phases
that
highlighted
necessity
better
preparation
face
similar
future
threats.
On
other
hand,
gratified
progress
genetic
susceptibility
investigations
believe
now
time
explore
The
latter
will
require
worldwide
vigilance
cooperation,
especially
in
emerging
countries.
In
phase,
vaccination
rates
have
lagged
developed
countries
should
assist,
as
warranted,
bolstering
worldwide.
also
discuss
status
vaccines
outlook
COVID-19.
Genes,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
13(11), P. 1935 - 1935
Published: Oct. 24, 2022
The
aim
of
the
study
was
to
identify
association
between
four
selected
COVID-19
polymorphisms
ACE2
and
TMPRSS2
receptors
genes
with
presence
long-COVID
symptomatology
in
survivors.
These
were
as
they
associate
entry
SARS-CoV-2
virus
into
cells,
so
could
be
important
for
prognoses
symptoms.
Two
hundred
ninety-three
(n
=
293,
49.5%
female,
mean
age:
55.6
±
12.9
years)
individuals
who
had
been
previously
hospitalized
due
included.
Three
potential
genotypes
following
single
nucleotide
(SNPs)
obtained
from
non-stimulated
saliva
samples
participants:
(rs2285666),
(rs2074192),
(rs12329760),
(rs2070788).
Participants
asked
self-report
any
post-COVID
defined
a
symptom
that
started
no
later
than
one
month
after
acute
infection
whether
persisted
at
time
study.
At
(mean:
17.8,
SD:
5.2
months
hospital
discharge),
87.7%
patients
reported
least
symptom.
Fatigue
(62.8%),
pain
(39.9%)
or
memory
loss
(32.1%)
most
prevalent
Overall,
differences
symptoms
dependent
on
rs2285666,
rs2074192,
rs12329760,
rs2070788
genotypes.
SNPs
assessed,
albeit
associated
severity,
do
not
predispose
developing
people
during
first
wave
pandemic.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(10), P. 8711 - 8711
Published: May 13, 2023
The
novel
severe
acute
respiratory
syndrome
coronavirus
2
(SARS-CoV-2)
has
evolved
into
a
global
pandemic,
with
an
alarming
infectivity
and
mortality
rate.
Studies
have
examined
genetic
effects
on
SARS-CoV-2
disease
susceptibility
severity
within
Eurasian
populations.
These
studies
identified
contrasting
the
of
between
African
Genetic
factors
can
explain
some
diversity
observed
severity.
Single
nucleotide
polymorphisms
(SNPs)
receptor
genes
demonstrated
detrimental
protective
across
ethnic
groups.
For
example,
TT
genotype
rs2285666
(Angiotensin-converting
enzyme
(ACE2))
is
associated
disease,
which
found
at
higher
frequency
Asian
individuals
compared
to
European
individuals.
In
this
study,
we
four
receptors,
ACE2,
Transmembrane
serine
protease
(TMPRSS2),
Neuropilin-1
(NRP1),
Basigin
(CD147).
A
total
42
SNPs
located
receptors
were
reviewed:
Biomolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 75 - 75
Published: Jan. 7, 2025
TMPRSS2,
a
human
transmembrane
protease
enzyme,
plays
crucial
role
in
the
spread
of
certain
viruses,
including
influenza
and
coronaviruses.
This
enzyme
promotes
viral
infection
by
cleaving
glycoproteins,
which
helps
viruses
like
SARS-CoV-2
A
enter
cells
more
effectively.
Genetic
differences
TMPRSS2
may
affect
people’s
susceptibility
to
COVID-19,
underscoring
need
for
studies
that
consider
diverse
populations.
Beyond
infectious
diseases,
has
also
been
linked
some
cancers,
suggesting
it
could
be
valuable
target
drug
development.
review
provides
summary
inhibitors
currently
under
study,
with
already
clinical
trials
test
their
effectiveness
against
infections.
As
we
uncover
about
TMPRSS2’s
pathogenesis,
open
new
doors
therapies
combat
future
outbreaks.
South of Russia ecology development,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
19(4), P. 28 - 40
Published: Jan. 21, 2025
Aim.
To
analyze
existing
data
on
the
impact
of
mutations
in
human
genome
pathogenesis
respiratory
viral
infections
and
to
discuss
their
relevance
clinical
practice.
The
primary
objectives
include
describing
mechanisms
genetic
mutations,
reviewing
examples
genes
that
affect
susceptibility
disease
severity
evaluating
prospects
for
testing
personalized
medicine.Research
factors
influencing
demonstrates
significant
progression
outcomes.
For
instance,
IFITM3
gene,
which
plays
a
crucial
role
limiting
influenza
virus
replication,
along
with
its
rs12252‐C
polymorphism,
is
linked
severe
cases
influenza.
Similarly,
TLR7
gene
are
associated
manifestations
COVID‐19,
particularly
males.
These
findings
underscore
importance
identify
individuals
at
heightened
risk
emphasize
potential
medicine
enhance
patient
Additionally,
it
essential
consider
interplay
between
environmental
as
well
social
determinants
health.This
review
examines
influence
progression.
It
can
significantly
course
these
infections.
integrating
into
practice
efficiency
diagnosis,
prognosis
treatment
emphasized.
Frontiers in Immunology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: March 8, 2023
Background
Approximately
13.8%
and
6.1%
of
coronavirus
disease
2019
(COVID-19)
patients
require
hospitalization
sometimes
intensive
care
unit
(ICU)
admission,
respectively.
There
is
no
biomarker
to
predict
which
these
will
develop
an
aggressive
stage
that
we
could
improve
their
quality
life
healthcare
management.
Our
main
goal
include
new
markers
for
the
classification
COVID-19
patients.
Methods
Two
tubes
peripheral
blood
were
collected
from
a
total
66
(n
=
34
mild
n
32
severe)
samples
(mean
age
52
years).
Cytometry
analysis
was
performed
using
15-parameter
panel
included
in
Maxpar
®
Human
Monocyte/Macrophage
Phenotyping
Panel
Kit.
by
time-of-flight
mass
spectrometry
(CyTOF)
combination
with
genetic
TaqMan
probes
ACE2
(rs2285666),
MX1
(rs469390),
TMPRSS2
(rs2070788)
variants.
GemStone™
OMIQ
software
used
cytometry
analysis.
Results
The
frequency
CD163
+
/CD206
-
population
transitional
monocytes
(T-Mo)
decreased
group
compared
severe
one,
while
T-Mo
increased
one.
In
addition,
also
found
differences
CD11b
expression
CD14
dim
group,
levels
female
(p
0.0412).
When
comparing
disease,
CD45
[p
0.014;
odds
ratio
(OR)
0.286,
95%
CI
0.104–0.787]
/CD33
OR
0.104–0.787)
best
options
as
biomarkers
discriminate
between
patient
groups.
CD33
indicated
good
stratification
software.
Among
markers,
G
carriers
have
risk
0.02;
3.37,
1.18–9.60)
those
A/A
genotype.
This
strength
further
when
combined
,
C14
.
Conclusions
Here,
report
interesting
role
CD163/CD206,
aggressiveness.
reinforced
aggressiveness
are
combined.
Advances in Clinical and Experimental Medicine,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
33(1), P. 39 - 51
Published: June 16, 2023
Background.The
viral
spike
(S)
protein
and
host
ACE2
TMPRSS2
genetic
variations
may
act
as
a
barrier
to
infections
or
determine
susceptibility
severe
acute
respiratory
syndrome
coronavirus
2
(SARS-CoV-2)
infections.Objectives.We
investigated
the
relationship
between
expression
patterns
polymorphisms
of
receptor
genes
associated
with
disease
2019
(COVID-19)
clinical
course
SARS-CoV-2
infections.
Materials
methods.We
examined
147
COVID-19
patients
(41
asymptomatic,
53
symptomatic
cases
treated
in
intensive
care
unit
(ICU))
33
healthy
controls.The
was
determined
using
One-Run
RT-qPCR
kit.Genotypic
distributions
single
nucleotide
(SNPs)
were
obtained
reverse
transcription
quantitative
polymerase
chain
reaction
(RT-qPCR).Results.The
expressions
different
SARS-CoV-2-positive
-negative
groups.The
rs714205GG
genotype
G-allele
showed
significant
differences
asymptomatic
group.A
correlation
found
rs8134378GA,
rs2070788GA,
rs7364083GA,
rs9974589AC
genotypes
positivity.The
rs1978124
Callele
rs8134378
A-allele
group.The
rs2070788GA
all
patient
groups
compared
control
group.There
difference
regarding
CTTA
haplotype
formed
by
variants.The
AGCAG
AGAAG
haplotypes
variants
more
common
group
than
other
groups.Conclusions.Identifying
will
contribute
further
studies,
enabling
new
vaccines
potential
therapeutic
approaches
be
discovered.