ArticleFrontiers in cellular and infection microbiology2024
Unveiling the hidden link: elevated platelets and T cell subsets in 5% of moderate COVID-19 patients 48 days post-onset.
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Introduction: Platelets are hyperactived during acute COVID-19, promoting clotting and modulating immune-cell responses. Immune thrombocytopenia in adults can manifest as an uncommon complication resulting from various viral infections or as a rare adverse event associated with vaccination. However, their role in convalescent COVID-19 patients remains underexplored. This study examines platelet dynamics early in the pandemic, 48 days post-symptom onset, in unvaccinated patients. Methods: This longitudinal study included 298 unvaccinated COVID-19 patients (17 mild, 281 moderate) from multiple centers. Clinical evaluations and peripheral lymphocyte subset analyses via flow cytometry were conducted upon admission and on day 48 post-symptom onset (DPSO 48). Results: At DPSO 48, 5.3% of moderate COVID-19 patients exhibited high platelet counts (>300×10 Discussion: Platelets may play a pivotal role in immune regulation during the recovery phase of COVID-19. Targeting platelets and their secreted mediators could improve immune balance in patients with immune disorders, highlighting a potential therapeutic approach for enhancing recovery in post-COVID-19 patients.
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