Scientists believe some ‘could be more susceptible to coronavirus due to their genetic make-up’

Scientists believe genes are 50% responsible for the presentation of key Covid-19 symptoms, after analysing data from twins.

Some people may be more susceptible to coronavirus because of their genetic make-up, early research suggests, after analysing symptom data from twins.

According to data submitted to a symptom tracking app, genes are 50% responsible for the presentation of key symptoms of Covid-19 including fever, fatigue and loss of taste and smell.