Comprehensive Analysis of On-Site Molecular Testing for Rotavirus and Enteric Adenoviruses F40/F41

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Acute gastroenteritis, primarily caused by rotavirus and enteric adenoviruses, poses a significant health risk to children under five globally.
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Rotavirus is the leading cause of severe gastroenteritis in infants, with high prevalence rates reported in low-resource settings like Africa.
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Enteric adenoviruses F40/F41 contribute to a notable percentage of pediatric diarrhea cases, often leading to dehydration and malnutrition.
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Rapid molecular diagnostics for rotavirus and adenoviruses are crucial for effective management and outbreak control in low-resource environments.
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This systematic review evaluates molecular assays for detecting rotavirus and enteric adenoviruses, focusing on their performance and suitability for point-of-care use.

Bmc Infectious Diseases

by Fatou Kiné Top, Cheikh Tidiane Diagne, Cheikh Talibouya Touré, Julie-Melissa Gonfouli, Oumar Faye, Yakhya Dieye, Julien Reboud, Abdourahmane Sow, Jonathan M. Cooper, Martin Faye
March 13, 2026

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