Astroviruses are a type of virus that causes diarrheal illness (gastroenteritis). Infants and young children are most likely to have diarrhea caused by astroviruses, but the infection also occurs in older people and those with a compromised immune system. While mild diarrhea is the main symptom astroviruses cause, a person who gets sick may also have other common symptoms of gastroenteritis, including: Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach ache, Loss of appetite, Body aches, Fever.

The BioPerfectus Astrovirus Real Time PCR Kit is a real-time PCR research assay for the qualitative analysis of astrovirus RNA in research samples (stool). 

• Internal control ensures that the whole process reliably
• No cross-reactivity with other pathogens
• Auto interpretation result with STC real-time PCR system
• Compatible with multiple mainstream PCR instrument