A sensitive one-step real-time PCR for detection of avian influenza viruses using a MGB probe and an internal positive control

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Avian influenza viruses (AIVs) are endemic in wild birds and their introduction and conversion to highly pathogenic avian influenza virus in domestic poultry is a cause of serious economic losses as well as a risk for potential trans...

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Main Authors: Delogu Mauro, De Marco Maria, Chiappini Barbara, Campitelli Laura, Donatelli Isabella, Bedini Barbara, Di Trani Livia, Buonavoglia Canio, Vaccari Gabriele
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-05-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/6/87