Question 6
The Omicron variant is observed to be a less morbid variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the causative agent of the COVID-19 disease. Researchers have found that the decreased morbidity was due to differences in the preferred infection sites, in comparison to the previous variants. Which part/s of the respiratory system would the Omicron variant infect more?
Editorial note: This is a historical 2022 question; explain the evidence and any limitation of the labeled choices.
A. a only
B. d only
C. e only
D. b and c
E. d and e
Explain the scientific reasoning and limitations of the choices.
Editorial note: This is a historical 2022 question; explain the evidence and any limitation of the labeled choices.
A. a only
B. d only
C. e only
D. b and c
E. d and e
Explain the scientific reasoning and limitations of the choices.