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Sputum testing detects COVID-19 virus at higher rates than other methods – News-Medical.net
Early and accurate detection is critical for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and providing appropriate care for patients.
Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Jul 24 2020
Early and accurate detection is critical for preventing the spread of COVID-19 and providing appropriate care for patients. Nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs, which require inserting a long shaft into the nasal cavity to collect a sample from the back of the nose and throat, are currently the gold standard for collecting a specimen for diagnosis. But the procedure is technically challenging, often uncomfortable for patients and requires personal protective …
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