West Nile Virus (Avian) Case Definition for Wildlife
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Abstract
Diagnostic laboratories receive carcasses and samples for diagnostic evaluation and pathogen/toxin detection. Case definitions bring clarity and consistency to the evaluation process. Their use within and between organizations allows more uniform reporting of diseases and etiologic agents. The intent of a case definition is to provide scientifically based criteria for determining (a) if an individual carcass has a specific disease and degree of confidence in that diagnosis and (b) if there is evidence of a pathogen or toxin in a carcass or sample (for example, swab, tissue sample, skin scraping, blood/serum sample, environmental sample, or other). This case definition is specific to West Nile virus and applies to all avian species.
Suggested Citation
Lair, S., Shearn-Bochsler, V., and Zimmer, M., 2024, West Nile virus (avian) case definition for wildlife: U.S. Geological Survey Techniques and Methods, book 19, chap. C1, 10 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/tm19C1.
ISSN: 2328-7055 (online)
Table of Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction
- Scope of the Case Definition
- Case Definition Criteria
- Case Classification
- Quality Assurance Review Schedule
- Impact
- References Cited
- Glossary
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | West Nile virus (avian) case definition for wildlife |
| Series title | Techniques and Methods |
| Series number | 19-C1 |
| DOI | 10.3133/tm19C1 |
| Year Published | 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Reston, VA |
| Contributing office(s) | National Wildlife Health Center |
| Description | v, 18 p. |
| Online Only (Y/N) | Y |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |
| Google Analytic Metrics | Metrics page |