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Samples tested in Antarctica for HPAI using Qiagen-in-field-portable system.
| Type of sample | Host | Location | Year | Results from Flui |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brain swab | south polar skua 81 | Torgersen Island | 2024 | H5N1 |
| Oropharyngeal swab | south polar skua 81 | Torgersen Island | 2024 | H5N1 |
| Oropharyngeal swab | brown skua 3 | Cuverville Island | 2024 | N/A |
| Nasal swab | seal | Port Lockeroy | 2024 | N/A |
| Brain swab | seal | Port Lockeroy | 2024 | N/A |
