
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay intended for the qualitative detection of IgA antibodies against respiratory syncytial virus in human serum or plasma (citrate, heparin).
Disease: Respiratory infections by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Symptoms: URI - Upper respiratory tract infections - Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Pharyngitis, Tonsillitis and Laryngitis; bronchiolitis, pneumonia, krupp. Complications: intercostal muscle retractions, cyanosis und bacterial superinfection in children.
Mechanism of Infection: Infections are spread via: droplets, aerosols (upon contact); fomites (indirect contact transmission)