DNA Explainer: Know all about Lambda variant of COVID-19, its symptoms
England has reported six cases of Lambda variant according to the data published by Public Health England (PHE) on Friday (June 25). Representative image
Updated: Jun 27, 2021, 10:40 AM IST
The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced the existence of a new COVID-19 variant Lambda . This variant was first found in South America and is labelled as a Variant of Interest (VOI) by WHO. The global health body has indicated that Lambda will be closely monitored in terms of infection strength before being added to the group of variables of concern. which includes the B.1.1.7 (Alpha), B.1.351 (Beta), P.1 (Gamma), B.1.427 (Epsilon), and B.1.429 (Epsilon).