The Levels of SARS-CoV-2 Specific Antibodies in Human Milk Following Vaccination.

Hannah G JunckerSien J MullenersMarit J van GilsChristianne J M de GrootDasja PajkrtAniko KorosiJohannes Hans B van GoudoeverBritt J van Keulen

Published in: Journal of human lactation : official journal of International Lactation Consultant Association (2021)

After vaccination with the mRNA-based BNT162b2 vaccine, a SARS-CoV-2 specific antibody response was observed in human milk. The presence of SARS-CoV-2 specific IgA after vaccination is important as antibodies are transferred via human milk, and thereby might provide protection to infants against COVID-19.

Keyphrases

human milk
sars cov
low birth weight
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
preterm infants
coronavirus disease
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