Green Tea Catechins Significantly Reduce Zika Virus in RBCs Through Viral Inactivation

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Authors

Xipeng Yan · Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College

Jinlian Li · Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College

Xiyu Duan · Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College

Limin Chen · Xidian University

Yujia LI · Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College

Chunhui Yang · Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College

Abstract

GTE exhibits potent virucidal activity against ZIKV in blood matrices, highlighting its potential as a pathogen reduction agent to enhance transfusion safety. Further development of GTE-based additive solutions or technologies is warranted.

Topics & Keywords

Tea Polyphenols and Effects Mosquito-borne diseases and control Phytochemical compounds biological activities

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Pathogens

Volume 15, Issue 3, pp. 334-334

DOI: 10.3390/pathogens15030334

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