All of the following are true regarding acute attack of Polio, except-
To test for polio 2 fecal specimens are taken 24-48hrs apa as shedding of virus is variable. Isolation of the virus from these samples confirms the diagnosis. Reference : Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine. 23rd edition. Pg no: 203
Communicable diseases
Fecal sample is carried in cold box
Three consecutive stool samples are positive
Investigation done in 48 hours
Throat swab is taken for diagnosis
Three consecutive stool samples are positive