Astroviridae Species - Book Test at Low Cost

Astroviridae is a family of small, non-enveloped, single-stranded RNA viruses that infect a wide range of vertebrate hosts, including humans. Astroviruses are known to cause gastroenteritis, which is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines, primarily in young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised individuals.

Astroviruses are typically transmitted through the fecal-oral route, often via contaminated food or water, or through person-to-person contact. Once ingested, the virus infects the lining of the small intestine, leading to symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and occasionally fever. The severity of symptoms can vary, and some individuals may have asymptomatic infections.

Diagnosis of astrovirus infection is typically done through molecular methods, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), to detect the presence of viral RNA in fecal samples. There are no specific antiviral medications for astrovirus infections, and treatment is usually supportive, focusing on rehydration and management of symptoms.

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