The Wadsworth Center Enteric Virus Laboratory performs molecular diagnostic assays for the detection and characterization of several viruses associated with gastroenteritis. The Enteric Virus Laboratory also functions as a certified CaliciNet laboratory and serves as a designated CaliciNet Outbreak Support Center.  

VirusReal-Time RT PCRMolecular Genotyping*Preferred Sample TypeAll Validated Sample Types**
NorovirusXXStoolStool
AstrovirusX StoolStool
SapovirusX StoolStool
RotavirusX StoolStool

*Genoytping is performed on all norovirus positive outbreaks when at least two positive samples are detected by real-time RT PCR or upon special request.

**Submission of a different sample type will require an approved Non-permitted Laboratory Test Form.

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