Molecular Analysis of Influenza A(H3N2) and A(H1N1)pdm09 Viruses circulating in the Democratic Republic of Congo, 2014.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Very little is known about influenza viruses circulating in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). We aim to characterize genetically and antigenically Influenza A(H3N2) and A(H1N1)pdm09 viruses circulating in the country.

Methods

From August to December 2014, specimens were collected from patients with influenza like-illness (ILI) or severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) in various surveillance sites. Specimens were tested using real time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) method for the detection of influenza viruses. Positive influenza samples with a cycle threshold (Ct) <30 were genetically and antigenically characterized.

Results

32 samples tested were found positive to influenza A with Ct <30. At CDC Atlanta, 28 out of 32 sa

SUBMITTER: Nkwembe E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5858567 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature