
Real-time reverse transcription PCR (RT-PCR) multiplexed assay intended for the simultaneous, qualitative detection and differentiation of of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) strain A and strain B genomic RNA.
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)