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Swab Sampling Method for the Detection of Human Norovirus on Surfaces
Published on: February 6, 2017
[Recurrent epidemics of gastroenteritis caused by norovirus GI.3 in a small hotel]
Background:
Recurrent cases of gastroenteritis occurred in a small hotel. The causative agent of disease could not be detected.
Material And Methods:
The cause and the source of the disease were established through epidemiological investigations and laboratory diagnosis.
Results:
The causative agent of the disease was norovirus GI.3. Norovirus GI was detected in the water from the well and on surfaces at the hotel.
Conclusions:
Both epidemiological investigations and laboratory diagnostics are needed in resolving epidemics. Continuous development of laboratory methods is important.
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