The PROMISE RSV Laboratory Network (RSV-LabNet) is working to strengthen and harmonize RSV testing and surveillance in Europe. Following the establishment of the laboratory network, a survey was performed to assess the RSV diagnostic landscape of the network and a publication is in preparation.
In order to accomplish the RSV-LabNet goals, we have established four pillars including; communication of new, relevant literature, openly sharing diagnostic protocols, coordinating with the global genotype unification for RSV working group, and coordinating and supporting the development of RSV whole genome sequencing protocols.
These pillars and the continued work of RSV-LabNet will push forward diagnostics of RSV in Europe in preparation for RSV immunization and surveillance in Europe.
