gamma
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- noun
- /ˈɡæmə/
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variante Gamma
- The gamma variant of the virus was first identified in Brazil and raised global health concerns.
- gamma receptor
- cell gamma receptor
- Normal-gamma
So we know that viruses do mutate as they replicate normally that's how we get these variants, the B to the, the gamma, the delta, etcetera.
- So we know that viruses do mutate as they replicate normally that's how we get these variants, the B to the, the gamma, the delta, etcetera.
Examples
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So we know that viruses do mutate as they replicate normally that's how we get these variants, the B to the, the gamma, the delta, etcetera.
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Scientists are studying the unique characteristics of the gamma lineage of SARS-CoV-2 in detail.
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As the pandemic evolved, the emergence of the gamma variant highlighted the importance of monitoring viral mutations.
Compounds
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4.2
Very strong invisible rays that come from radioactive materials and can harm living tissue
A clear, odorless drug that makes people very sleepy, can cause unconsciousness, and may be given secretly to harm them
- Specialized
A protein made by certain white blood cells that activates cells that eat germs to fight infections
- Specialized
A protein from human blood that helps the body fight infections
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gamma as a virus name comes from the Greek alphabet; the World Health Organization used names like alpha, beta, and gamma to label variants instead of place names. So gamma is simply the short name for that particular variant.