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Analyzing Blood Samples to Predict COVID-19 Severity

Researchers at St Thomas' Hospital analyzed blood samples during the COVID-19 pandemic to identify the molecule IP10, which can predict the deterioration of a patient into severe illness. A newly developed test using specific immune cells in the blood can help identify individuals at higher risk early, facilitating better resource allocation in healthcare.

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