Rubella Seroprevalence and real-time PCR detection of RUBV among Congolese pregnant women

Rubella Seroprevalence and real-time PCR detection of RUBV among Congolese pregnant women

Abstract Background Rubella is an acute infectious disease caused by Rubella virus (RUBV). RUBV remains an important pathogen worldwide, causing approximately 100 000 cases of congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) every year; and the most severe consequence of rubella is teratogenicity. The aim of this...

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Main Authors: Josue Zanga, Makola Kennedy Mbanzulu, Arnold-Freddy Kabasele, Nlandu Roger Ngatu, Dimosi Roger Wumba
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-04-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Democratic Republic of Congo
Kisantu town
Real-time PCR
Rubella virus infection
Seroprevalence
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-017-2352-6

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