JAMA· 2020Q1
Detection of SARS-CoV-2 in Different Types of Clinical Specimens
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Short summary
SARS-CoV-2 RNA was detected in bronchoalveolar fluid, sputum, feces, blood, and urine from COVID-19 patients, suggesting potential non-respiratory transmission routes.
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Key points
- SARS-CoV-2 RNA was detected in bronchoalveolar fluid, sputum, feces, blood, and urine.
- Specimens were collected from patients diagnosed with COVID-19 in China.
- The study utilized PCR and viral RNA testing methods.
- Findings suggest potential for non-respiratory transmission of SARS-CoV-2.
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Abstract
This study describes results of PCR and viral RNA testing for SARS-CoV-2 in bronchoalveolar fluid, sputum, feces, blood, and urine specimens from patients with COVID-19 infection in China to identify possible means of non-respiratory transmission.
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Field: Infectious Diseases
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