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Review Article | Open Access
Shubham C. Karpe1,2, Manjula Kiran1, Archana Sayal1, Jaipal Meena1, Kritika Joshi1, Rajesh Kumar2, Harish Chander1, Anupkumar R. Anvikar1and Harit Kasana1
1National Institute of Biologicals, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.
2School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India.
Article Number: 9640 | © The Author(s). 2026
J Pure Appl Microbiol. 2026;20(1):66-82. https://doi.org/10.22207/JPAM.20.1.40
Received: 14 June 2024 | Accepted: 27 November 2025 | Published online: 27 February 2026
Issue online: March 2026
Abstract

Rotavirus is a significant global health concern, causing severe diarrhea in young children and imposing a substantial economic burden on healthcare systems. To tackle this and improve public health, the development of effective rotavirus vaccines as well as quality control testing of vaccines are crucial. This comprehensive review explores the historical context of rotavirus vaccine development, the various vaccine types and approaches in use today, and the critical selection of vaccine strains. It also delves into the formulation of rotavirus vaccines, the role of epidemiological studies in tracking disease prevalence and transmission patterns, and the essential quality control measures for vaccine production. Analytical methods for quality control, such as antigen characterization, potency assays, identity testing, sterility and safety testing, and stability studies, are discussed. Before being released onto the market, a quality control evaluation should be completed at national control laboratories, as this ensures the vaccine’s safety and quality. The review highlights the challenges associated with rotavirus detection, including sample handling, cross-reactivity, and specificity issues. Additionally, it addresses the impact of rotavirus vaccines on public health and emphasizes the importance of continued surveillance and monitoring as according to the latest WHO and national regulatory guidelines, these vaccines are closely monitored for their safety and effectiveness. The review concludes by outlining current challenges, innovations, and future perspectives in the field of rotavirus vaccination, underscoring the ongoing commitment to combat this pervasive and dangerous pathogen.

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Surveillance, Safety, Pathogen, National Control Laboratories

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