Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

Cytomegalovirus (CMV)- Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

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Introduction Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a member of the herpesvirus family, specifically Human Herpesvirus 5 (HHV-5), and is a common viral pathogen that infects people of all ages. CMV is a widespread virus, and a majority of adults have been infected with it at some point …

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TORCH Panel: Introduction, Group of Test, Test Device, Clinical Significane, and Keynotes

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TORCH Panel Test device showing Rubella IgM -Positive

Introduction and Group of Tests The TORCH panel is a group of blood tests used to screen for certain infections that can affect a developing fetus during pregnancy. The name “TORCH” is an acronym that stands for Toxoplasmosis, Other (syphilis, varicella-zoster virus, parvovirus B19), Rubella, …

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