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What is the most common diagnostic approach for the identification of CoVs?
What is the most common diagnostic approach for the identification of CoVs?
- Direct testing of blood specimens
- Serological testing for antibodies
- Culturing the virus in a lab environment
- Amplification and detection of virus-specific RNA (correct)
What is the most popular method for the amplification stage in CoV testing?
What is the most popular method for the amplification stage in CoV testing?
- Isothermal amplification methods
- Loop-mediated amplification assays
- Serological testing for antibodies
- One- or two-step RT-PCR procedure (correct)
What is the approximate duration of illness caused by CoVs?
What is the approximate duration of illness caused by CoVs?
- 5 days
- 2 weeks
- 1 week (correct)
- 10 days
What is a characteristic symptom of CoV infection in children?
What is a characteristic symptom of CoV infection in children?
What is a notable feature of CoVs in terms of culturing?
What is a notable feature of CoVs in terms of culturing?