What body system does SARS affect?

The body system that SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) primarily affects is the respiratory system. SARS is caused by a type of coronavirus that mainly attacks the lungs. The virus can cause severe inflammation and damage to the respiratory tract, leading to symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing. In some cases, SARS can progress to pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and even death.