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  1. Article ; Online: A Dried Blood Spot protocol for high-throughput quantitative analysis of SARS-CoV-2 RBD serology based on the Roche Elecsys system.

    Castelletti, Noemi / Paunovic, Ivana / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Beyerl, Jessica / Plank, Michael / Reinkemeyer, Christina / Kroidl, Inge / Noreña, Ivan / Winter, Simon / Olbrich, Laura / Janke, Christian / Hoelscher, Michael / Wieser, Andreas

    Microbiology spectrum

    2024  Volume 12, Issue 4, Page(s) e0288523

    Abstract: SARS-CoV-2 spreads pandemically since 2020; in 2021, effective vaccinations became available and vaccination campaigns commenced. Still, it is hard to track the spread of the infection or to assess vaccination success in the broader population. Measuring ...

    Abstract SARS-CoV-2 spreads pandemically since 2020; in 2021, effective vaccinations became available and vaccination campaigns commenced. Still, it is hard to track the spread of the infection or to assess vaccination success in the broader population. Measuring specific anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies is the most effective tool to track the spread of the infection or successful vaccinations. The need for venous-blood sampling however poses a significant barrier for large studies. Dried-blood-spots on filter-cards (DBS) have been used for SARS-CoV-2 serology in our laboratory, but so far not to follow quantitative SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike reactivity in a longitudinal cohort. We developed a semi-automated protocol or quantitative SARS-CoV-2 anti-spike serology from self-sampled DBS, validating it in a cohort of matched DBS and venous-blood samples (
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Reproducibility of Results ; COVID-19/diagnosis ; Phlebotomy ; Antibodies, Viral
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2807133-5
    ISSN 2165-0497 ; 2165-0497
    ISSN (online) 2165-0497
    ISSN 2165-0497
    DOI 10.1128/spectrum.02885-23
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  2. Article: SARS-CoV-2 Seroprevalence in a Berlin Kindergarten Environment: A Cross-Sectional Study, September 2021.

    Bernhard, Julian / Theuring, Stefanie / van Loon, Welmoed / Mall, Marcus A / Seybold, Joachim / Kurth, Tobias / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Wieser, Andreas / Mockenhaupt, Frank P

    Children (Basel, Switzerland)

    2024  Volume 11, Issue 4

    Abstract: SARS-CoV-2 serology may be helpful to retrospectively understand infection dynamics in specific settings including kindergartens. We assessed SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in individuals connected to kindergartens in Berlin, Germany in September 2021. ... ...

    Abstract SARS-CoV-2 serology may be helpful to retrospectively understand infection dynamics in specific settings including kindergartens. We assessed SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence in individuals connected to kindergartens in Berlin, Germany in September 2021. Children, staff, and household members from 12 randomly selected kindergartens were interviewed on COVID-19 history and sociodemographic parameters. Blood samples were collected on filter paper. SARS-CoV-2 anti-S and anti-N antibodies were assessed using Roche Elecsys. We assessed seroprevalence and the proportion of so far unrecognized SARS-CoV-2 infections. We included 277 participants, comprising 48 (17.3%) kindergarten children, 37 (13.4%) staff, and 192 (69.3%) household members. SARS-CoV-2 antibodies were present in 65.0%, and 52.7% of all participants were vaccinated. Evidence of previous infection was observed in 16.7% of kindergarten children, 16.2% of staff, and 10.4% of household members. Undiagnosed infections were observed in 12.5%, 5.4%, and 3.6%, respectively. Preceding infections were associated with facemask neglect. In conclusion, two-thirds of our cohort were SARS-CoV-2 seroreactive in September 2021, largely as a result of vaccination in adults. Kindergarten children showed the highest proportion of non-vaccine-induced seropositivity and an increased proportion of previously unrecognized SARS-CoV-2 infection. Silent infections in pre-school children need to be considered when interpreting SARS-CoV-2 infections in the kindergarten context.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-28
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2732685-8
    ISSN 2227-9067
    ISSN 2227-9067
    DOI 10.3390/children11040405
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  3. Article: Impact of Omicron Variant Infection on Assessment of Spike-Specific Immune Responses Using the EUROIMMUN Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 Assay and Roche Elecsys Anti-SARS-CoV-2-S.

    Ahmed, Mohamed I M / Plank, Michael / Castelletti, Noemi / Diepers, Paulina / Eser, Tabea M / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Noreña, Ivan / Reinkemeyer, Christina / Zapf, Dorinja / Hoelscher, Michael / Janke, Christian / Wieser, Andreas / Geldmacher, Christof / On Behalf Of The KoCo/Orchestra Study Group

    Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 6

    Abstract: The currently prevailing variants of SARS-CoV-2 are subvariants of the Omicron variant. The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of mutations in the Spike protein of Omicron on the results Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 assays and Roche Elecsys anti-SARS- ... ...

    Abstract The currently prevailing variants of SARS-CoV-2 are subvariants of the Omicron variant. The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of mutations in the Spike protein of Omicron on the results Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 assays and Roche Elecsys anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-S1. Omicron infected subjects ((
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-03-08
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662336-5
    ISSN 2075-4418
    ISSN 2075-4418
    DOI 10.3390/diagnostics13061024
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  4. Article ; Online: Long-term monitoring of SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence and variants in Ethiopia provides prediction for immunity and cross-immunity.

    Merkt, Simon / Ali, Solomon / Gudina, Esayas Kebede / Adissu, Wondimagegn / Gize, Addisu / Muenchhoff, Maximilian / Graf, Alexander / Krebs, Stefan / Elsbernd, Kira / Kisch, Rebecca / Betizazu, Sisay Sirgu / Fantahun, Bereket / Bekele, Delayehu / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Gashaw, Mulatu / Girma, Eyob / Yilma, Daniel / Zeynudin, Ahmed / Paunovic, Ivana /
    Hoelscher, Michael / Blum, Helmut / Hasenauer, Jan / Kroidl, Arne / Wieser, Andreas

    Nature communications

    2024  Volume 15, Issue 1, Page(s) 3463

    Abstract: Under-reporting of COVID-19 and the limited information about circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants remain major challenges for many African countries. We analyzed SARS-CoV-2 infection dynamics in Addis Ababa and Jimma, Ethiopia, focusing on reinfection, ... ...

    Abstract Under-reporting of COVID-19 and the limited information about circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants remain major challenges for many African countries. We analyzed SARS-CoV-2 infection dynamics in Addis Ababa and Jimma, Ethiopia, focusing on reinfection, immunity, and vaccination effects. We conducted an antibody serology study spanning August 2020 to July 2022 with five rounds of data collection across a population of 4723, sequenced PCR-test positive samples, used available test positivity rates, and constructed two mathematical models integrating this data. A multivariant model explores variant dynamics identifying wildtype, alpha, delta, and omicron BA.4/5 as key variants in the study population, and cross-immunity between variants, revealing risk reductions between 24% and 69%. An antibody-level model predicts slow decay leading to sustained high antibody levels. Retrospectively, increased early vaccination might have substantially reduced infections during the delta and omicron waves in the considered group of individuals, though further vaccination now seems less impactful.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Ethiopia/epidemiology ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/immunology ; COVID-19/virology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; SARS-CoV-2/immunology ; SARS-CoV-2/genetics ; Antibodies, Viral/blood ; Antibodies, Viral/immunology ; Seroepidemiologic Studies ; Male ; Adult ; Female ; Adolescent ; Young Adult ; Middle Aged ; Child ; Aged ; Child, Preschool ; Vaccination ; COVID-19 Vaccines/immunology ; Retrospective Studies ; Reinfection/epidemiology ; Reinfection/immunology ; Reinfection/virology
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral ; COVID-19 Vaccines
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-24
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2553671-0
    ISSN 2041-1723 ; 2041-1723
    ISSN (online) 2041-1723
    ISSN 2041-1723
    DOI 10.1038/s41467-024-47556-2
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  5. Article ; Online: Impact of Omicron Variant Infection on Assessment of Spike-Specific Immune Responses Using the EUROIMMUN Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 Assay and Roche Elecsys Anti-SARS-CoV-2-S

    Ahmed, Mohamed Ibraheem Mohamed / Plank, Michael / Castelletti, Noemi / Diepers, Paulina / Eser, Tabea M. / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Noreña, Iván Enrique / Reinkemeyer, Christina / Zapf, Dorinja / Hoelscher- von Lovenberg, Michael / Janke, Christian / Wieser, Andreas / Geldmacher, Jan Christof

    2023  

    Abstract: The currently prevailing variants of SARS-CoV-2 are subvariants of the Omicron variant. The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of mutations in the Spike protein of Omicron on the results Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 assays and Roche Elecsys anti-SARS- ... ...

    Abstract The currently prevailing variants of SARS-CoV-2 are subvariants of the Omicron variant. The aim of this study was to analyze the effect of mutations in the Spike protein of Omicron on the results Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 assays and Roche Elecsys anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-S1. Omicron infected subjects ((n = 37), vaccinated (n = 20) and unvaccinated (n = 17)) were recruited approximately 3 weeks after a positive PCR test. The Quan-T-Cell SARS-CoV-2 assays (EUROIMMUN) using Wuhan and the Omicron adapted antigen assay and a serological test (Roche Elecsys anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-S1) were performed. Using the original Wuhan SARS-CoV-2 IGRA TUBE, in 19 of 21 tested Omicron infected subjects, a positive IFNy response was detected, while 2 non-vaccinated but infected subjects did not respond. The Omicron adapted antigen tube resulted in comparable results. In contrast, the serological assay detected a factor 100-fold lower median Spike-specific RBD antibody concentration in non-vaccinated Omicron infected patients (n = 12) compared to patients from the pre Omicron era (n = 12) at matched time points, and eight individuals remained below the detection threshold for positivity. For vaccinated subjects, the Roche assay detected antibodies in all subjects and showed a 400 times higher median specific antibody concentration compared to non-vaccinated infected subjects in the pre-Omicron era. Our results suggest that Omicron antigen adapted IGRA stimulator tubes did not improve detection of SARS-CoV-2-specific T-cell responses in the Quant-T-Cell-SARS-CoV-2 assay. In non-vaccinated Omicron infected individuals, the Wuhan based Elecsys anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-S1 serological assay results in many negative results at 3 weeks after diagnosis.

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    Keywords breakthrough infections ; omicron ; SARS-CoV-2 ; spike-specific immune response
    Subject code 570 ; 616
    Language English
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    Document type Article ; Online
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  6. Article ; Online: The Prospective COVID-19 Post-Immunization Serological Cohort in Munich (KoCo-Impf): Risk Factors and Determinants of Immune Response in Healthcare Workers.

    Reinkemeyer, Christina / Khazaei, Yeganeh / Weigert, Maximilian / Hannes, Marlene / Le Gleut, Ronan / Plank, Michael / Winter, Simon / Noreña, Ivan / Meier, Theresa / Xu, Lisa / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Wiegrebe, Simon / Le Thi, Thu Giang / Fuchs, Christiane / Radon, Katja / Paunovic, Ivana / Janke, Christian / Wieser, Andreas / Küchenhoff, Helmut /
    Hoelscher, Michael / Castelletti, Noemi

    Viruses

    2023  Volume 15, Issue 7

    Abstract: Antibody studies analyze immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination and infection, which is crucial for selecting vaccination strategies. In the KoCo-Impf study, conducted between 16 June and 16 December 2021, 6088 participants aged 18 and above from ... ...

    Abstract Antibody studies analyze immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 vaccination and infection, which is crucial for selecting vaccination strategies. In the KoCo-Impf study, conducted between 16 June and 16 December 2021, 6088 participants aged 18 and above from Munich were recruited to monitor antibodies, particularly in healthcare workers (HCWs) at higher risk of infection. Roche Elecsys
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Seroepidemiologic Studies ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Risk Factors ; Health Personnel ; Immunity ; Immunization ; Antibodies, Viral ; Vaccination
    Chemical Substances COVID-19 Vaccines ; Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-18
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2516098-9
    ISSN 1999-4915 ; 1999-4915
    ISSN (online) 1999-4915
    ISSN 1999-4915
    DOI 10.3390/v15071574
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  7. Article ; Online: The representative COVID-19 cohort Munich (KoCo19): from the beginning of the pandemic to the Delta virus variant.

    Le Gleut, Ronan / Plank, Michael / Pütz, Peter / Radon, Katja / Bakuli, Abhishek / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Paunovic, Ivana / Rieß, Friedrich / Winter, Simon / Reinkemeyer, Christina / Schälte, Yannik / Olbrich, Laura / Hannes, Marlene / Kroidl, Inge / Noreña, Ivan / Janke, Christian / Wieser, Andreas / Hoelscher, Michael / Fuchs, Christiane /
    Castelletti, Noemi

    BMC infectious diseases

    2023  Volume 23, Issue 1, Page(s) 466

    Abstract: Background: Population-based serological studies allow to estimate prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infections despite a substantial number of mild or asymptomatic disease courses. This became even more relevant for decision making after vaccination started. ... ...

    Abstract Background: Population-based serological studies allow to estimate prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 infections despite a substantial number of mild or asymptomatic disease courses. This became even more relevant for decision making after vaccination started. The KoCo19 cohort tracks the pandemic progress in the Munich general population for over two years, setting it apart in Europe.
    Methods: Recruitment occurred during the initial pandemic wave, including 5313 participants above 13 years from private households in Munich. Four follow-ups were held at crucial times of the pandemic, with response rates of at least 70%. Participants filled questionnaires on socio-demographics and potential risk factors of infection. From Follow-up 2, information on SARS-CoV-2 vaccination was added. SARS-CoV-2 antibody status was measured using the Roche Elecsys® Anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-N assay (indicating previous infection) and the Roche Elecsys® Anti-SARS-CoV-2 anti-S assay (indicating previous infection and/or vaccination). This allowed us to distinguish between sources of acquired antibodies.
    Results: The SARS-CoV-2 estimated cumulative sero-prevalence increased from 1.6% (1.1-2.1%) in May 2020 to 14.5% (12.7-16.2%) in November 2021. Underreporting with respect to official numbers fluctuated with testing policies and capacities, becoming a factor of more than two during the second half of 2021. Simultaneously, the vaccination campaign against the SARS-CoV-2 virus increased the percentage of the Munich population having antibodies, with 86.8% (85.5-87.9%) having developed anti-S and/or anti-N in November 2021. Incidence rates for infections after (BTI) and without previous vaccination (INS) differed (ratio INS/BTI of 2.1, 0.7-3.6). However, the prevalence of infections was higher in the non-vaccinated population than in the vaccinated one. Considering the whole follow-up time, being born outside Germany, working in a high-risk job and living area per inhabitant were identified as risk factors for infection, while other socio-demographic and health-related variables were not. Although we obtained significant within-household clustering of SARS-CoV-2 cases, no further geospatial clustering was found.
    Conclusions: Vaccination increased the coverage of the Munich population presenting SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, but breakthrough infections contribute to community spread. As underreporting stays relevant over time, infections can go undetected, so non-pharmaceutical measures are crucial, particularly for highly contagious strains like Omicron.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; COVID-19/prevention & control ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Hepatitis Delta Virus ; COVID-19 Vaccines ; Pandemics ; Antibodies, Viral
    Chemical Substances COVID-19 Vaccines ; Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-07-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041550-3
    ISSN 1471-2334 ; 1471-2334
    ISSN (online) 1471-2334
    ISSN 1471-2334
    DOI 10.1186/s12879-023-08435-1
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  8. Article: In Search of the SARS-CoV-2 Protection Correlate: Head-to-Head Comparison of Two Quantitative S1 Assays in Pre-characterized Oligo-/Asymptomatic Patients.

    Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Castelletti, Noemi / Fingerle, Volker / Olbrich, Laura / Bakuli, Abhishek / Wölfel, Roman / Girl, Philipp / Müller, Katharina / Jochum, Simon / Strobl, Matthias / Hoelscher, Michael / Wieser, Andreas

    Infectious diseases and therapy

    2021  Volume 10, Issue 3, Page(s) 1505–1518

    Abstract: Background: Quantitative serological assays detecting response to SARS-CoV-2 are needed to quantify immunity. This study analyzed the performance and correlation of two quantitative anti-S1 assays in oligo-/asymptomatic individuals from a population- ... ...

    Abstract Background: Quantitative serological assays detecting response to SARS-CoV-2 are needed to quantify immunity. This study analyzed the performance and correlation of two quantitative anti-S1 assays in oligo-/asymptomatic individuals from a population-based cohort.
    Methods: In total, 362 plasma samples (108 with reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction [RT-PCR]-positive pharyngeal swabs, 111 negative controls, and 143 with positive serology without confirmation by RT-PCR) were tested with quantitative assays (Euroimmun Anti-SARS-CoV-2 QuantiVac enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay [EI-S1-IgG-quant]) and Roche Elecsys
    Results: Quantitative anti-S1 serology correlated well with each other (true positives, 96%; true negatives, 97%). Antibody titers decreased over time (< 30 to > 240 days after initial positive RT-PCR). Agreement with GenScript-cPass was 96%/99% for true positives and true negatives, respectively, for Ro-RBD-Ig-quant and 93%/97% for EI-S1-IgG-quant. Ro-RBD-Ig-quant allowed distinct separation between positives and negatives, and less non-specific reactivity versus EI-S1-IgG-quant. Raw values (95% CI) ≥ 28.7 U/mL (22.6-36.4) for Ro-RBD-Ig-quant and ≥ 49.8 U/mL (43.4-57.1) for EI-S1-IgG-quant predicted NT > 1:5 in 95% of cases.
    Conclusions: Our findings suggest both quantitative anti-S1 assays (EI-S1-IgG-quant and Ro-RBD-Ig-quant) may replace direct neutralization assays in quantitative measurement of immune protection against SARS-CoV-2 in certain circumstances. However, although the mean antibody titers for both assays tended to decrease over time, a higher proportion of Ro-RBD-Ig-quant values remained positive after 240 days.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-16
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2701611-0
    ISSN 2193-6382 ; 2193-8229
    ISSN (online) 2193-6382
    ISSN 2193-8229
    DOI 10.1007/s40121-021-00475-x
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  9. Article: Following Pediatric and Adult IBD Patients through the COVID-19 Pandemic: Changes in Psychosocial Burden and Perception of Infection Risk and Harm over Time.

    Koletzko, Leandra / Klucker, Elisabeth / Le Thi, Thu Giang / Breiteneicher, Simone / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Neuhaus, Lukas / Stark, Reneé G / Standl, Marie / Wieser, Andreas / Török, Helga / Koletzko, Sibylle / Schwerd, Tobias

    Journal of clinical medicine

    2021  Volume 10, Issue 18

    Abstract: Background: COVID-19-associated restrictions impact societies. We investigated the impact in a large cohort of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients.: Methods: Pediatric (pIBD) and adult patients and pIBD parents completed validated ... ...

    Abstract Background: COVID-19-associated restrictions impact societies. We investigated the impact in a large cohort of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients.
    Methods: Pediatric (pIBD) and adult patients and pIBD parents completed validated questionnaires for self-perceived stress (Perceived Stress Questionnaire, PSQ) and quality of life from July to October 2020 (1st survey) and March to April 2021 (2nd survey). Analyses were stratified by age groups (6-20, >20-40, >40-60, >60 years). Perceived risk of infection and harm from COVID-19 were rated on a 1-7 scale. An index for severe outcome (SIRSCO) was calculated. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed.
    Results: Of 820 invited patients, 504 (62%, 6-85 years) patients and 86 pIBD parents completed the 1st, thereof 403 (80.4%) the 2nd survey. COVID-19 restrictions resulted in cancelled doctoral appointments (26.7%), decreased physical activity, increased food intake, unintended weight gain and sleep disturbance. PSQ increased with disease activity. Elderly males rated lower compared to females or younger adults. PSQ in pIBD mothers were comparable to moderate/severe IBD adults. Infection risk and harm were perceived high in 36% and 75.4%. Multivariable logistic models revealed associations of higher perceived risk with >3 household members, job conditions and female gender, and of perceived harm with higher SIRSCO, unintended weight change, but not with gender or age. Cancelled clinic-visits were associated with both. SARS-CoV-2 antibodies prior 2nd infection wave were positive in 2/472 (0.4%).
    Conclusions: IBD patients report a high degree of stress and self-perceived risk of complications from COVID-19 with major differences related to gender and age. Low seroprevalence may indicate altered immune response.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-13
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662592-1
    ISSN 2077-0383
    ISSN 2077-0383
    DOI 10.3390/jcm10184124
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  10. Article ; Online: A dried blood spot protocol for high throughput analysis of SARS-CoV-2 serology based on the Roche Elecsys anti-N assay.

    Beyerl, Jessica / Rubio-Acero, Raquel / Castelletti, Noemi / Paunovic, Ivana / Kroidl, Inge / Khan, Zohaib N / Bakuli, Abhishek / Tautz, Andreas / Oft, Judith / Hoelscher, Michael / Wieser, Andreas

    EBioMedicine

    2021  Volume 70, Page(s) 103502

    Abstract: Background: Since 2020 SARS-CoV-2 spreads pandemically, infecting more than 119 million people, causing >2·6 million fatalities. Symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection vary greatly, ranging from asymptomatic to fatal. Different populations react differently ... ...

    Abstract Background: Since 2020 SARS-CoV-2 spreads pandemically, infecting more than 119 million people, causing >2·6 million fatalities. Symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection vary greatly, ranging from asymptomatic to fatal. Different populations react differently to the disease, making it very hard to track the spread of the infection in a population. Measuring specific anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies is an important tool to assess the spread of the infection or successful vaccinations. To achieve sufficient sample numbers, alternatives to venous blood sampling are needed not requiring medical personnel or cold-chains. Dried-blood-spots (DBS) on filter-cards have been used for different studies, but not routinely for serology.
    Methods: We developed a semi-automated protocol using self-sampled DBS for SARS-CoV-2 serology. It was validated in a cohort of matched DBS and venous-blood samples (n = 1710). Feasibility is demonstrated with two large serosurveys with 10247 company employees and a population cohort of 4465 participants.
    Findings: Sensitivity and specificity reached 99·20% and 98·65%, respectively. Providing written instructions and video tutorials, 99·87% (4465/4471) of the unsupervised home sampling DBS cards could be analysed.
    Interpretation: DBS-sampling is a valid and highly reliable tool for large scale serosurveys. We demonstrate feasibility and accuracy with a large validation cohort including unsupervised home sampling. This protocol might be of big importance for surveillance in resource-limited settings, providing low-cost highly accurate serology data.
    Funding: Provided by Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts, LMU University-Hospital; Helmholtz-Centre-Munich, German Ministry for Education and Research (project01KI20271); University of Bonn; University of Bielefeld; the Medical Biodefense Research Program of Bundeswehr-Medical-Service; Euroimmun, RocheDiagnostics provided discounted kits and machines.
    MeSH term(s) Antibodies, Viral/immunology ; Asymptomatic Infections ; Biological Assay/methods ; COVID-19/blood ; COVID-19/immunology ; COVID-19 Serological Testing/methods ; Cohort Studies ; Dried Blood Spot Testing/methods ; Humans ; Longitudinal Studies ; SARS-CoV-2/immunology ; Sensitivity and Specificity ; Specimen Handling/methods ; Vaccination/methods
    Chemical Substances Antibodies, Viral
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-07-29
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2851331-9
    ISSN 2352-3964
    ISSN (online) 2352-3964
    DOI 10.1016/j.ebiom.2021.103502
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