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Coronavirus Facts vs Myths: Do Remdesivir, Plasma Therapy Work?

Coronavirus Facts vs Myths: Do Remdesivir, Plasma Therapy Work?

Published On: May 5, 2021 | Duration: 5 MIN, 14 SEC

"Remdesivir is useless in the current scenario. Plasma therapy is useless, and people should not waste their time seeking plasma," says Dr Priya Sampathkumar, Infection Prevention and Control, Mayoclinic.

Plasma Therapy: All You Need To Know

How Will Plasma Therapy Save Lives?

Based on the concept of passive immunity
Plasma contains components like blood cells, antibodies, protein, hormones etc. Infusing antibodies from a recovered patient will activate immunity in the patients
Antibodies from donor plasma will be retained in blood for 2-3 weeks

Coronavirus Facts vs Myths: Do Remdesivir, Plasma Therapy Work?

Plasma Therapy: All You Need To Know

How Will Plasma Therapy Save Lives?

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