Learning objectives On completing this topic, you should be able to: Understand how specimens for viral diagnosis are collected, handled, and transported to the laboratory Describe the principles of techniques…
Sample collection is a critical step in diagnosing viral diseases, as it ensures accurate detection of the virus or viral antigens in affected individuals. Proper sample collection depends on the…
Topic 13: Laboratory diagnosis of viral infections Sample collection for diagnosis of viral diseases Specimen shipping/transport and storage For the most accurate diagnosis, it’s important to think beyond specimen collection…
Because viruses are obligate intracellular parasites, they cannot be grown on any inanimate traditional medium or a man-made nutrient medium. They require a dwelling host cell for replication. Contaminated host…