Human rotaviruses belong to the family of Reoviridae. Rotavirus is a double-stranded RNA virus that is commonly associated with gastroenteritis in children.
Known Cross-Reactions: Pollen allergen of Parietaria
References:
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Rotavirus IgA+IgM
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