Multiplex Dual-Target Reverse Transcription PCR for Subtyping Avian Influenza A(H5) Virus

Abstract

An increased risk for human infection with avian influenza A(H5N1) viruses is of concern. We developed an internally controlled, dual-target reverse transcription PCR for influenza A(H5) subtyping. This test could be used to detect influenza A(H5) in clinical samples.

Keywords

• influenza
• avian influenza
• viruses
• PCR
• subtyping
• H5