Hepatitis A
The type of nucleic acid present in Hepatitis A virus,
What is ss RNA
What is water
Hepatitis E outbreaks are commonly associated with this contaminated source.
What is an immunochromatographic assay?
This rapid test detects rotavirus antigens in stool samples and is widely used in clinical settings.
What is norovirus
This genus of viruses, including Norwalk virus, causes gastroenteritis outbreaks, especially in closed environments like cruise ships.
What is astrovirus?
This virus, part of the Astroviridae family, is a common cause of viral gastroenteritis in children.
What is anti-HAV IgM?
The primary diagnostic marker in the blood for acute Hepatitis A infection.
What is anti-HEV IgM?
The diagnostic marker indicating recent Hepatitis E infection,
What is RT-PCR
This molecular method is used to detect and identify rotavirus RNA in stool samples.
What is viral RNA
Diagnosis of Norwalk virus often relies on detecting this viral component in stool samples.
What is ELISA?
Astroviruses are commonly diagnosed using this antigen detection method on stool samples.
: What is the liver?
The organ primarily affected by Hepatitis A.
What are pregnant women?
Hepatitis E infection most severe in this population group.
What is VP6
Rotavirus infections are commonly diagnosed by detecting this structural protein antigen in stool samples.
What is RT PCR
The gold standard molecular method used for diagnosing Norwalk virus infections.
What is RT-PCR?
This molecular diagnostic test is the most sensitive for detecting astrovirus RNA.
What is the fecal-oral route
The primary route of transmission for Hepatitis A.
: What is Hepeviridae
The viral family Hepatitis E belongs to.
What is negative staining
This electron microscopy technique can be used to visualize rotavirus particles in stool samples.
What is fecal-oral transmission?
This is the main mode of transmission for Norwalk virus infections.
What is winter?
Astroviruses typically cause gastroenteritis outbreaks during this season of the year.
What is Havrix or Vagta?
This vaccine provides protection against Hepatitis A infection.
What are Asia and Africa?
The geographic regions where Hepatitis E is most prevalent.
What is ELISA
This enzyme immunoassay detects rotavirus group A antigen in stool samples for routine diagnosis.
What is IGM
Serological tests for Norwalk virus target this type of antibody to confirm recent infection.
What is electron microscopy?
Visualization of astroviruses can be achieved using this advanced microscopy technique.