The QIAamp MinElute Virus Spin procedure comprises four steps (lyse, bind, wash, elute) and is carried out using QIAamp MinElute columns in a standard microcentrifuge. The QIAamp MinElute Virus Spin Kit can isolate viral RNA and DNA from a broad range of RNA and DNA viruses. The procedure suits plasma, serum, and other cell-free body fluids. Herein, the QIAamp MinElute Virus Kits were used to extract viral DNA and RNA from faecal specimens according to the manufacturer’s instructions with minor modifications.