The B.1.617 variant contains mutations from two separate virus variants, namely E484Q and L452R. The double mutant strain was found in samples of saliva collected from Maharashtra, Punjab, and Delhi.

'Double mutant strain in India resistant to antibodies', says WHO Chief scientist

Amid the surge of Covid-19 cases along with other mutated variants, India has reported the presence of a `double mutant` coronavirus variant, triggering fear among many.

Is the 'double mutant' variant found in India more dangerous?

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'Double mutant strain in India resistant to antibodies', says WHO Chief scientist

Is the 'double mutant' variant found in India more dangerous?