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DNA Based Molecular Diagnostic Techniques: Research Needs For Standardization And Validation Of The Detection Of Aquatic : Animal Pathogens And Diseases FAO
In efforts to limit transboundary movement of pathogens and reduce the economic
and socioeconomic impact of disease in aquaculture, there is considerable scope
for more effective use of DNA-based methods of pathogen detection. These
technologies offer rapid results with potentially high sensitivity and
specificity, at relatively low cost. However, few, if any, of the available
tests have been assessed appropriately against other diagnostic methods or
standardized and validated for specified applications. Implementation of
standardized practices that produce reliable, useful and comparable date will
require a significant investment in research, training and infrastructure
development. The review recommends the development of programmes of managed
cooperative research to assist more effective use