Please match the viral diagnostic method to its description.

Used to specifically amplify viral nucleic acid sequences that can then be detected using probes

A) PCR
B) Immunological testing
C) Electron microscopy
D) Cell and tissue culture techniques
E) Observation of the patient


A) PCR

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