MMWR Dengue and Zika Virus Testing
What to Know: CDC now recommends testing for dengue and Zika viruses for people who have symptoms and live in or have traveled to areas with risk of dengue and Zika. Zika testing is not routinely recommended but may be considered for asymptomatic pregnant women with recent possible but no ongoing exposure to Zika or dengue virus (i.e., travelers). These revised recommendations have incorporated lessons learned and feedback from public health and commercial laboratories regarding previously published guidelines. More information.
How to Counsel Your Patients: Dengue and Zika viruses are closely related viruses that cause similar illnesses and can circulate in the same area, making it challenging to distinguish between the two illnesses. In addition, clinical management of dengue and Zika virus infections are different. Dengue virus infection can lead to fatal illness due to shock and hemorrhage, and Zika virus infection during pregnancy can result in severe birth defects.
How to Counsel Your Patients: Dengue and Zika viruses are closely related viruses that cause similar illnesses and can circulate in the same area, making it challenging to distinguish between the two illnesses. In addition, clinical management of dengue and Zika virus infections are different. Dengue virus infection can lead to fatal illness due to shock and hemorrhage, and Zika virus infection during pregnancy can result in severe birth defects.
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