Bird Flu (Avian Influenza) Virus Causes, Treatment, Prevention and Vaccine Information

How is avian influenza detected in humans? Avian influenza cannot be diagnosed by symptoms alone, so a laboratory test is required. Avian influenza is usually diagnosed by collecting a swab from the nose or throat during the first few days of illness. This swab is then sent to a laboratory, where they will either look for avian influenza virus using a molecular test, or they will try to grow