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How does a rapid antigen detection test for COVID-19 work?

How does a rapid antigen detection test for COVID-19 work?

The kit is an in vitro diagnostic test intended for qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigen from human nasal samples. This test is authorised to be used by Individuals with symptoms for COVID-19 for Self-Testing at Home.

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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Why is covid testing important for public health?

It is important for public health because it helps in detection and prevention of Covid 19 infections

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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Does the PCR test work?

Yes, the PCR test works

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What are rapid covid tests?

The use of rapid antigen tests for diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection is a key element of COVID-19 prevention and detection.

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How can you describe the polymerase chain reaction?

Polymerase chain reaction also known as PCR is a laboratory technique for rapidly producing millions to billions of copies of a specific segment of DNA, which can then be used to detect DNA and RNA.

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How does the PCR work for detecting Covid-19?

For a virus like the COVID-19 virus to be detected early in the body using real time RT PCR, scientists need to convert the RNA to DNA. This is a process called 'reverse transcription

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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