The CHAINFOR™ SARS-CoV-2/Flu A&B Detection RT-qPCR kit is intended for in vitro diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2, Flu A and flu B nucleic acids qualitatively from nasopharyngeal aspirate/lavage, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasopharyngeal swab, and oropharyngeal swab taken from individuals who are suspicious for COVID-19 and/or Flu.
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age. Influenza A is the only type that can cause a pandemic, which is a global spread of disease. Bird flu and swine flu pandemics bothTrusted Source resulted from influenza A viruses. Influenza B. Similar to type A, influenza B is also highly contagious and can have dangerous effects on your health in more severe cases.