Molecular virology

Fei Ye, Miao Cui, Rame H. Khasawneh, Robert Shibata, Josephine Wu, Mona Sharaan, David Y. Zhang

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Abstract

This chapter describes common viral pathogens in humans with emphasis on the molecular diagnosis. Each section includes molecular characteristics, clinical presentation, and commonly used diagnostic methods (both conventional and molecular). Commercially available molecular diagnostic kits are preferentially described. Recommendations and guidelines (if available) for result interpretation and clinical approach are also included. For detailed methods, please refer to the chapter Methodology and Instrumentation in this book.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationMolecular Genetic Pathology
PublisherSpringer New York
Pages655-731
Number of pages77
ISBN (Electronic)9781461448006
ISBN (Print)1461447992, 9781461447993
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Mar 2013

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