Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

October 21, 2020

Multiplex Rt-Real Time PCR Assays for Diagnostic Testing of SARS-CoV-2 and Seasonal Influenza Viruses

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A multiplex RT-PCR assay was able to detect and discriminate between samples that were positive for SARS-CoV-2 and influenza and was able to detect co-infections. The authors suggest that the assay may be used for diagnostic and surveillance purposes during the seasonal influenza activity period.

Mancini et al. (Oct 20, 2020). Multiplex Rt-Real Time PCR Assays for Diagnostic Testing of SARS-CoV-2 and Seasonal Influenza Viruses. A Challenge of the Phase 3 Pandemic Setting. The Journal of Infectious Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiaa658