The Mystery of Spike Protein Persistence

🧬Spike protein can persist for months after infection or vaccination, posing a challenge for researchers.

💡Bacteria could act as a reservoir for maintaining the virus, potentially explaining the prolonged presence of Spike protein.

💊Bacterial cultures have shown the ability to grow the SARS-CoV-2 virus for up to 30 days.

🧪Microscopy techniques enable the detection of viral proteins inside bacteria, providing evidence of their interaction.

🦠The SARS-CoV-2 virus exhibits a bacophage behavior, infecting both human cells and bacteria.

Why does Spike protein persist for so long?

—The presence of Spike protein can last for months since bacteria can act as a reservoir for maintaining the virus within the body.

How long can Spike protein persist after vaccination?

—Studies have shown that Spike protein can persist for up to 6 months after vaccination.

Can bacteria infect human cells with the virus?

—Yes, bacteria can serve as hosts for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, leading to the prolonged presence of Spike protein and potential transmission.

What methods are used to detect the presence of the virus in bacteria?

—Microscopy techniques, such as electron microscopy and fluorescent microscopy, are utilized to visualize viral proteins within bacteria.

Does the prolonged presence of Spike protein have any implications?

—The prolonged presence of Spike protein raises questions about potential transmission routes and the need for further research on its impact.

00:00The persistence of Spike protein post-infection or vaccination is an intriguing phenomenon that puzzles researchers.

03:30Bacteria can act as a reservoir for maintaining the SARS-CoV-2 virus, potentially explaining the prolonged presence of Spike protein.

08:00Microscopy techniques, such as electron microscopy and fluorescent microscopy, provide evidence of viral proteins inside bacteria.

11:42The SARS-CoV-2 virus exhibits bacophage behavior, infecting both human cells and bacteria.