Interferon-λ3 Exacerbates the Inflammatory Response to Microbial Ligands: Implications for SARS-CoV-2 Pathogenesis.
Scott A ReadBrian S GlossChristopher LiddleJacob GeorgeGolo AhlenstielPublished in: Journal of inflammation research (2021)
These data suggest that IFN-λs contribute to disease pathology by exacerbating innate immune responses during chronic or severe disease states. IFN-λs may contribute to SARS-CoV-2 disease severity, however further study is required to confirm true causation.