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Diagnostic methods

Collection of samples, techniques, validation and interpretation of the diagnostic methods for the purposes of rabies surveillance are presented here. Diagnostic methods considered compliant are presented in the WOAH rabies manual. A list of procedures inspired by the WOAH official methods is also proposed.
WOAH Terrestrial Manual - Rabies Chapter - 2023
Methodology
Sanger sequencing of lyssaviruses
Methodology
Detection of Lyssavirus RNA by Real-Time RT-PCR
Methodology
Detection of Lyssavirus RNA by Conventional RT-PCR
Methodology
Detection of Lyssavirus by the Rabies Tissue Culture Infection Test (RTCIT)
Methodology
Detection of Lyssavirus antigen by the Fluorescent Antibody Test (FAT)
Methodology
Sample treatment for rabies diagnosis
Methodology
Biological material packaging and sending of rabies samples
Methodology
Use of FTA Paper
Methodology
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