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New Covid rapid test kit receives scientific seal of approval – Sify News
Toronto, May 22 (IANS) A team of researchers has validated a faster, cheaper Covid-19 test that could kickstart the expansion of more widespread rapid testing.
“This research offers a cheaper, faster alternative to the most reliable and sensitive test currently used worldwide, without sacrificing sensitivity and reproducibility,” said researcher Peter Unrau from the Simon Fraser University.
The researchers suggest the test could be deployed in remote locations, clinics and airports due to its ease of use and portability.
For the study, published in The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics, the research team first evaluated test sensitivity in the lab.
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