Zika Virus Detection in Amniotic Fluid and Zika-Associated Birth Defects

Zika virus (ZIKV) infection during pregnancy can cause serious birth defects, including brain and eye abnormalities. The clinical importance of detection of ZIKV ribonucleic acid (RNA) in amniotic fluid is unknown.

Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - January 14, 2020 Category: OBGYN Authors: Marcela MERCADO. REYES, Elizabeth C. AILES, Marcela DAZA, Van T. TONG, Johanna OSORIO, Diana VALENCIA, Angelica RICO. TURCA, Romeo R. GALANG, Maritza GONZ ÁLEZ DUARTE, Jessica N. RICALDI, Kayla N. ANDERSON, Nazia KAMAL, Jennifer D. THOMAS, Julie VILLANUE Tags: Original Research: Obstetrics Source Type: research