Simultaneous detection of arboviruses by a multiplex RT-qPCR assay in Tocantins, a northern state of Brazil.

ABSTRACT: In Brazil, Dengue, Zika and Chikungunya viruses constitute a major threat to the public health system. Simultaneous circulation of these arboviruses occurs in many regions of the world due to the expansion of transmission vectors. The infection by these arboviruses triggers similar symptoms during their acute phase. However, in some cases, severe symptoms may occur, leading to different types of disabilities and even death. In this context, considering the similarity of the symptoms, the problems caused by the infection of these arboviruses, and the increasing risk of coinfection in humans, the differential diagnosis of these infections is essential for clinical management and epidemiological investigation. Thus, this study aimed to identify, through diagnosis via Quantitative Polymerase C

SUBMITTER: Daude MM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11345543 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul-Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature