Effective: 24 Jan 2020
Purpose: This document describes the use of real-time RT PCR (rT-PCR) assays for the in vitro qualitative detection of 2019-Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in respiratory specimens and sera. The 2019-nCoV primer and probe sets are designed for the universal detection of SARS-like coronaviruses and for specific detection of 2019-nCoV.
Protocol Use Limitations: The rRT-PCR assays described here have not been validated for platforms or chemistries other than those described in this document.
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National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
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24 Jan 2020
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2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
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Effective: 24 Jan 2020*****DISCLAIMER******1. These procedures and/or reagents derived thereof are intended to be used for the purposes of respiratory virus surveillance and research. The procedures and reagents derived thereof may not be used direct...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 21, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
For Immediate Release: Sunday, January 26, 2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed additional travel-related infections of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the United States, this time in Arizona and California. ...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
For Immediate Release: Friday, January 24, 2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed the second infection with 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the United States has been detected in Illinois. The patient recently ...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 21, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, January 21, 2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed the first case of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the United States in the state of Washington. The patient recently returned f...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors.For the latest information on the outbreak, visit CDC’s Novel Coronavirus 2019 website.
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
Corporate Authors:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 21, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors.For the latest information on the outbreak, visit CDC’s Novel Coronavirus 2019 website.
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Travel notice
Description:
Key Points• CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to Hubei Province, China, including Wuhan.• There is an ongoing outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that can be spread from person to person.â...
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Travel notice
Description:
Key Points• There is an ongoing outbreak of respiratory illness first identified in Wuhan, China, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus.• Person-to-person spread is occurring, although it’s unclear how easily the virus spreads between people. Oth...
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Published Date:
January 20, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
All U.S. hospitals need to be prepared for patients with suspected or confirmed 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). All hospitals should be equipped and ready to:• prevent spread of 2019-nCoV• identify and isolate patients with 2019-nCoV and info...
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
Front-line healthcare personnel in the United States should be prepared to evaluate patients for 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). The following checklist highlights key steps for healthcare personnel in preparation for transport and arrival of pat...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
Corporate Authors:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 21, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
For Immediate Release: Sunday, January 26, 2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed additional travel-related infections of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the United States, this time in Arizona and California. ...
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (U.S.). Division of Viral Diseases.
Published Date:
January 26, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance.Updated January 26, 2020CDC is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (...
Haynes, Ben; Messonnier, Nancy E.; Cetron, Martin S.;
Corporate Authors:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S.)
Published Date:
January 24, 2020
Series:
2019 novel coronavirus, Wuhan, China
Description:
For Immediate Release: Friday, January 24, 2020The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed the second infection with 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the United States has been detected in Illinois. The patient recently ...
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