Genetic influences on viral-induced cytokine responses in the lung.

ABSTRACT: Infection with respiratory viruses such as influenza, respiratory syncytial virus and coronavirus provides a difficult immunological challenge for the host, where a balance must be established between controlling viral replication and limiting damage to the delicate lung structure. Although the genetic architecture of host responses to respiratory viral infections is not yet understood, it is clear there is underlying heritability that influences pathogenesis. Immune control of virus replication is essential in respiratory infections, but overt activation can enhance inflammation and disease severity. Cytokines initiate antiviral immune responses but are implicated in viral pathogenesis. Here, we discuss how host genetic variation may influence cytokine responses to respiratory viral infec

SUBMITTER: Forbester JL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7658619 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature