Summary:
- The Zika virus can create tunnels to cross the placenta and infect the fetus in a "stealth mode," according to a new study.
- Researchers found that the Zika virus uses a specific protein, called NS1, to create these tunnels and bypass the placental barrier, allowing the virus to reach the fetus.
- This discovery provides important insights into how the Zika virus can cause congenital abnormalities, such as microcephaly, and highlights the need for continued research and development of effective treatments and preventive measures.