Bats carry dangerous viruses without getting sick. This may be why

GymNews newsroom brief · 4h ago · 1 min read · via sciencedaily.com

Scientists discovered that more than 500 species of vesper bats possess two separate sets of antibody genes, an immune arrangement never before found in mammals. The surprising system could help explain how bats tolerate so many viruses without becoming seriously ill.

Scientists discovered that more than 500 species of vesper bats possess two separate sets of antibody genes, an immune arrangement never before found in mammals. The surprising system could help explain how bats tolerate so many viruses without becoming seriously ill. This story matters for Health & Wellness readers tracking gym. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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