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West Nile Virus (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test Cost and Symptoms Diagnosis

West Nile Virus (WNV) is a mosquito-borne infection that can cause severe neurological diseases such as encephalitis and meningitis. It is prevalent in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. The virus can be transmitted to humans and animals through the bite of an infected mosquito. The virus can also be transmitted through blood transfusion, organ transplantation, or from mother to baby during pregnancy, delivery, or breastfeeding.

Early detection and treatment of WNV are crucial. DNA Labs India offers a qualitative test for the detection of WNV RNA. The cost of the test is INR 7225. The test is conducted using the reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technique, which is highly sensitive and specific. The test can detect the virus in a patient's blood or cerebrospinal fluid.

Symptoms of West Nile Virus

Most people infected with WNV do not develop any symptoms. However, some people may develop mild symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. Symptoms usually appear within 3 to 14 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito.

In rare cases, WNV can cause severe neurological diseases such as encephalitis and meningitis. Symptoms of severe WNV infection include high fever, neck stiffness, disorientation, coma, tremors, seizures, and paralysis. Severe WNV infection can be fatal.

Diagnosis of West Nile Virus

Diagnosis of WNV infection is based on the detection of the virus or the patient's immune response to the virus. DNA Labs India offers a qualitative test for the detection of WNV RNA using the RT-PCR technique. The test is highly sensitive and specific and can detect the virus in a patient's blood or cerebrospinal fluid.

Other diagnostic tests for WNV infection include serologic tests, which detect antibodies against the virus in a patient's blood, and viral culture, which isolates the virus from a patient's blood or cerebrospinal fluid.

Conclusion

WNV is a mosquito-borne infection that can cause severe neurological diseases. Early detection and treatment of the infection are crucial. DNA Labs India offers a qualitative test for the detection of WNV RNA using the RT-PCR technique. The cost of the test is INR 7225. If you experience any symptoms of WNV infection, consult a healthcare provider immediately.

For more information on the West Nile Virus (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test, please contact DNA Labs India.