Hi-PCR Influenza Multiplex Probe PCR Kit

Description

Influenza commonly referred to as flu , a highly infectious disease known to cause an acute respiratory illness has afflicted humans since ancient times. Influenza viruses are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. The virus belongs to the family of Orthomyxoviridae that exist in three types, designated as influenza A, Influenza B and Influenza C. Influenza A virus infects humans and many other mammalian species including horses and swine and a wide variety of avian species while Influenza B virus naturally infects only humans. On the contrary, Influenza C virus rarely infects humans. In April 2009, a novel strain of swine origin influenza A H1N1 virus emerged in humans which caused a significant loss of lives across the globe.