Whole-genome sequencing analysis of imported SARS-CoV-2 cases at Hangzhou Port

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  • Lei Chen Purdue University, IN, USA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63313/AERpc.9104

Keywords:

Hangzhou Port, imported SARS-CoV-2, whole-genome sequencing, viral mutation, epidemic prevention and control

Abstract

This study employed the Nanopore nanopore sequencing platform and the Baiyi whole-genome analysis software to perform whole-genome sequencing on 50 imported COVID-19 cases collected at the Hangzhou port from September 2022 to January 2023, analyzing the distribution of viral variants to provide theoretical support and practical guidance for epidemic prevention and control. A total of 50 complete SARS-CoV-2 genome sequences were obtained, with 46 cases exhibiting sequence coverage exceeding 99%. All Pangolin phylogenetic analyses identified the variants as Omicron strains, consistent with the globally dominant variant. The distribution of these variants in the functional gene regions may influence the virus's infectivity, pathogenicity, and other biological characteristics. This study holds significant implications for COVID-19 prevention and control at the Hangzhou port and nationwide, offering theoretical support and practical guidance for optimizing detection protocols and enhancing flight controls in high-risk areas.

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2026-05-25

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Whole-genome sequencing analysis of imported SARS-CoV-2 cases at Hangzhou Port. (2026). Advances in Engineering Research : Possibilities and Challenges, 4(2), 100–109. https://doi.org/10.63313/AERpc.9104