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New test detects coronavirus in just 5 minutes – Science Magazine
CRISPR-based approach is much faster than current diagnostics, but does have some limitations
A new CRISPR-based diagnostic could shorten wait times for coronavirus tests.
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By Robert F. ServiceOct. 8, 2020 , 3:45 PM
Sciences COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center and the Heising-Simons Foundation.
Researchers have used CRISPR gene-editing technology to come up with a test that detects the pandemic coronavirus in just 5 minutes. The diagnostic doesnt require expensive lab equipment to run and could potentially be deployed at doctors …
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