Rattlesnakes' Defense Mechanism Against Their Own Venom Could Influence Future Antivenom
Scientists have discovered how rattlesnakes develop defense mechanisms against their own venom. Proteins called FETUA in the snakes' blood can completely neutralize the lethal effect of the venom. Experiments on rats showed that specific combinations of these proteins can neutralize lethal doses of venom. Researchers believe this discovery could pave the way for more effective…