الوصف
Adenovirus type 40 & 41 (Ad40 / Ad41) are second in importance as causative agents of gastro-enteritis after Rotaviruses. Non-pathogenic types of adenovirus may exist in faeces; therefore, the discrimination between Ad40 / 41 and other types is essential for reaching the correct diagnosis.
دواعي الإستعمال
This test is useful in the diagnosis of infantile gastroenteritis.
نوع العينة والكمية والشروط
Faeces
إحتياطات خاصة
Patients should also be evaluated for rotavirus and for possible bacterial gastroenteritis.
المعدل الطبيعي
Negative
