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Methods used for RSV detection/isolation
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Methods used for influenza virus detection/isolation
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England
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RT-PCR, culture
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RT-PCR, culture
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France
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ELFA, culture
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ELISA, culture
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Netherlands
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RT-PCR, culture
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IF, RT-PCR, culture
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Scotland
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RT-PCR (multiplex)
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RT-PCR (multiplex)
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- ELFA: enzyme-linked fluorescent assay (automated qualitative test)
- ELISA: enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
- IF: immunofluorescence; this technique was not performed for sentinel samples
- RT-PCR: reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction