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14 paź 2020 · First there is the direct detection of (parts of) the virus. This can be done by culture of the virus, detection of one or more of its proteins and, the method used most frequently during the...
Rapid and accurate laboratory diagnosis of active COVID-19 infection is one of the cornerstones of pandemic control. With the myriad of tests available in the market, the use of correct specimen type and laboratory-testing technique in the right clinical scenario could be challenging for non-specialists. In this mini-review, we will discuss the ...
Evaluation of a rapid antigen test (Panbio COVID-19 Ag rapid test device) for SARS-CoV-2 detection in asymptomatic close contacts of COVID-19 patients
14 cze 2021 · We developed a saliva-based testing pipeline for detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleic acids using real-time reverse transcription PCR (RT-PCR) and droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) readouts, and measured...
30 lis 2020 · Nine participants who had tested PCR-negative for RNA derived from SARS-CoV-2 were positive for IgG antibodies against the virus based on both EI and GSD antibody detection kits, suggesting...
19 kwi 2021 · Testing saliva throughout infection could permit shorter isolation, allowing essential workers to return to their duties sooner. Nonetheless, neither saliva nor nasopharyngeal testing should be used alone to determine infectiousness.
14 sie 2021 · COVID-19 has seen new restrictions on everyday life, but also innovation to help end the pandemic. Engineers have developed a new test for COVID-19. The tabletop device can detect SARS-CoV-2 from a saliva sample in around an hour. Research suggests it's as accurate as the commonly used PCR test. Engineers at MIT and Harvard University have ...
