ImmunologybioRxiv
Regulation of angiotensin converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) in obesity: implications for COVID-19
S. Al Heialy, M. Y. Hachim, A. Senok…·Q. Alheialy
This study investigates how obesity dysregulates lipid metabolism and increases ACE2 expression, potentially contributing to severe COVID-19 outcomes.
DOI 10.3389/fphys.2020.555039