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Can convalescent plasma therapy help those with COVID-19?

The potential of convalescent plasma therapy for COVID-19 patients

05/26/2020

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Can convalescent plasma therapy help those with COVID-19?

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The potential of convalescent plasma therapy for COVID-19 patients

With researchers around the world racing to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, attention is increasingly turning to a potential stop-gap measure – convalescent plasma. The yellowish gold part of our blood that contains antibodies to help fight viruses is the focus of research in labs and hospitals and shows early signs of promise. John Yang reports.

05/26/2020

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