What is the molecular evolution of SARS-CoV-2 viruses circulating in the country? Results of the Flash Survey #6

Key Points

Consolidated results of Flash Survey #6 (March 30, 2021)

  • 2,590 samples from 14 regions/territories in mainland France and overseas territories

  • The following variants of concern were identified among the samples:

    • 80.8% of the 20I/501Y.V1 variant (B.1.1.7, first identified in the United Kingdom)

    • 7.8% of 20H/501Y.V2 variants (B.1.351, first identified in South Africa)

    • 0.5% of 20I/484K variants (B.1.1.7 + E484K, first identified in the United Kingdom)

    • 0.4% of 20J/501Y.V3 variants (P.1, first identified in Brazil)

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