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close this section of the libraryInfluenza A
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Title: Recommended Laboratory Tests to Identify Avian Influenza a Virus in Specimens from Humans Translate this documentRecommend this page : WHO Global Influenza Programme on Facebook
Description: Recommendations for laboratories receiving requests to test for specimen from patients with an influenza-like illness
Abstract: Initial laboratory testing of each specimen should be to diagnose influenza A virus infection rapidly and exclude other common viral respiratory infections. The recommendations for procedures include: rapid antigen detection, virus culture, and polymerase chain reaction and Real-time PCR assays. Specimen with positive result should be further tested and verified by a designated WHO H5 Reference laboratory.
Subjects: Laboratory
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Title: Use of Influenza Rapid Diagnostic Test Translate this documentRecommend this page : WHO Global Influenza Programme on Facebook
Pages: 32; 
Description: The document contains the following; What is influenza?; How is influenza diagnosed?; Why and how is influenza activity monitored?; Potential roles of rapid influenza diagnostic tests (RIDTs); How do rapid influenza diagnostic tests work?; How effectively do rapid tests detect influenza?; Deciding whether to use RIDTs and understanding what rapid test results mean; What to consider before selecting an RIDT for purchase; Transporting and storing RIDTs; Evaluating the quality of the testing programme
Abstract: This user’s guide provides general information on RIDTs and possible applications according to the availability of local epidemiology and influenza laboratory services. In particular, it highlights the limitations of these tests. The aim of this document is to ensure appropriate use and interpretation of the results of RIDTs combined with guidance on good quality planning prior to test deployment so that case management and disease control efforts are optimized.
Subjects: Laboratory