Chloroquine Up-regulates Expression of SARS-CoV-2 receptor Angiotensin Converting Enzyme-2 in Endothelial Cells
H. C. Nguyen, S. Bu, L. Wang, A. Singh, K. K. Singh
This study shows chloroquine increases ACE2 expression in endothelial cells, potentially worsening SARS-CoV-2 infection in patients with cardiovascular or kidney diseases.
bioRxiv · May 10, 2024 · PreprintCell Biology