Ebola diagnostics

2.2 Ebola viral disease biological diagnostics

Figure 9 : Amplification génétique du virus

Figure 9: Virus gene Amplification

2.2.2 Laboratory techniques

2.2.2.1 Gene amplification (RT-PCR, qRT-PCR)

  • Detects viral RNA in blood or tissue during the acute phase

  • Sequencing allows viral strain typing

  • Time required: about half a day