The question quickly arose whether existing rapid antigen tests could detect newly emerging variants. Using clinical samples obtained from diagnostic labs throughout the U.S. from 2020 to 2023, the ...

Using clinical samples obtained from diagnostic labs throughout the U.S. from 2020 to 2023, the National Institutes of Health, through its Variant Task Force, analyzed the effectiveness of more than ...

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NAAT tests, including PCR tests, are more likely to detect the virus, and are considered the “gold standard” for COVID-19 ...

Healthineers competing with Roche, Abbott and others Antigen tests much cheaper and faster than PCR but less accurate Public health systems need wider testing to trace hotspots FRANKFURT, Oct 14 ...

The FDA has issued emergency authorizations to 12 antibody tests for the virus. As federal officials gradually begin reopening the country, expanded testing is central to the conversation. Until now, ...

SAN FRANCISCO -- There has been a lot of talk about testing for the coronavirus, but you may not entirely understand what the different tests are for. The coronavirus makes some people sick, some ...

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Are rapid antigen at-home tests, not PCR Can be taken at home or other locations. Give results within 30 minutes (no lab drop-off required) Can be used for testing even if you do not have COVID-19 ...

RSV is short for respiratory syncytial virus. It’s a virus that can cause respiratory infections in your lungs, nose, and throat. It’s best to test for RSV soon after your symptoms start. That’s ...

The FDA has extended the shelf life for some COVID-19 tests. Now that allergy season is here, many are finding themselves with symptoms asking: Is it allergies or a cold? COVID? Something else? Since ...