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  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

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  • Zika virus (ZIKV) emerged in late 2015, prompting significant research into its characteristics.
  • Understanding of ZIKV's biology, transmission, clinical manifestations, and long-term effects has grown substantially.
  • The rapid spread necessitated urgent development of diagnostic tools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated overview of Zika virus (ZIKV).
  • To summarize key scientific findings regarding ZIKV since its emergence.
  • To review the landscape of available diagnostic assays for ZIKV infection.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of recent research findings on ZIKV.
  • Analysis of the evolution and types of diagnostic assays developed.
  • Compilation of data on molecular and serological testing for ZIKV.

Main Results:

  • Significant expansion in the understanding of ZIKV biology, transmission, and associated diseases.
  • Development of 5 serological and 14 molecular diagnostic assays by 2017, all with emergency use authorization.
  • Increased availability of diagnostic tools for ZIKV detection.

Conclusions:

  • Collective scientific knowledge on Zika virus (ZIKV) has markedly increased.
  • A diverse range of diagnostic assays are now accessible for ZIKV detection.
  • Continued research and surveillance are crucial for managing ZIKV outbreaks.