West Nile Virus Update

Keywords: West Nile Virus (WNV), Enzyme-linked Immunosorbent Assay(ELISA), Plaque Reduction Neutralization Tests (PRNT)

Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:

• discuss the earliest evidence of West Nile virus (WNV) in the United States.
• delineate the incidence of WNV from 1999 to 2007.
• explain the clinical effects of WNV infection.
• list the laboratory tests commonly used to aid in the diagnosis of WNV.

The ASCP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation n the activities.

ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1 CMLE credits. This activity meets CMP and state licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.