Author: Divya, V.C.; Saravanakarthikeyan, B.
Title: In silico exploration of enzymes involved in sialic acid biosynthesis and their possible role in SARS-CoV-2 infection Cord-id: 0w2mc38y Document date: 2021_9_8
ID: 0w2mc38y
Snippet: Salivary glands are considered important targets of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Recent evidence suggests that along with angiotensin converting enzyme 2, certain cell surface sialic acids (Sia) may function as receptors for binding SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. Over 50 forms of Sia have been identified in nature, with N-acetylneuraminic acid (Neu5Ac) being the most abundant. We explored the Human Protein Atlas repository to analyze important enzymes in Neu
Document: Salivary glands are considered important targets of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. Recent evidence suggests that along with angiotensin converting enzyme 2, certain cell surface sialic acids (Sia) may function as receptors for binding SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. Over 50 forms of Sia have been identified in nature, with N-acetylneuraminic acid (Neu5Ac) being the most abundant. We explored the Human Protein Atlas repository to analyze important enzymes in Neu5Ac biosynthesis and propose a hypothesis that further highlights the significance of salivary glands in coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19). This work may facilitate research into targeted drug therapies for COVID-19.
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