Field evaluation of COVID‐19 antigen tests versus RNA based detection: Potential lower sensitivity compensated by immediate results, technical simplicity, and low cost
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DOI: 10.1002/jmv.26985
Abstract: One year into the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) pandemic, diagnostic strategies, although central for contact tracing and other preventive measures, are still limited. To meet the global demand, lower cost and faster antigen tests for… read more here.
Keywords: detection; sensitivity; covid; antigen ... See more keywords
Sensitivity of rapid antigen tests for Omicron subvariants of SARS‐CoV‐2
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DOI: 10.1002/jmv.28788
Abstract: Diagnosis by rapid antigen tests (RATs) is useful for early initiation of antiviral treatment. Because RATs are easy to use, they can be adapted for self‐testing. Several kinds of RATs approved for such use by… read more here.
Keywords: sensitivity; omicron subvariants; antigen tests; rapid antigen ... See more keywords
Pooled SARS-CoV-2 antigen tests in asymptomatic children and their caregivers: Screening for SARS-CoV-2 in a pediatric emergency department
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2021.07.009
Abstract: Background : Universal admission screening for SARS-CoV-2 in children and their caregivers (CG) is critical to prevent hospital outbreaks. We evaluated pooled SARS-CoV-2 antigen tests (AG) to identify infectious individuals while waiting for PCR test… read more here.
Keywords: screening sars; children caregivers; pooled sars; antigen tests ... See more keywords
Legionella pneumophila LPS to evaluate urinary antigen tests.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.diagmicrobio.2017.06.013
Abstract: Three urinary antigen tests were compared using purified Legionella pneumophila (Lp) LPS. For Lp serogroup1, Sofia®FIA and Binax®EIA limits of detection (LOD) were similar; that of BinaxNOW® lower. For all tests the LOD was higher… read more here.
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Real-world clinical performance of commercial SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen tests in suspected COVID-19: A systematic meta-analysis of available data as of November 20, 2020
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2021.05.029
Abstract: Objectives Rapid antigen tests, or RATs, are a type of lateral flow chromatographic immunoassay that have been utilized to aid diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection. We performed a systematic meta-analysis to compare the real-world performance of… read more here.
Keywords: real world; rapid antigen; performance; antigen tests ... See more keywords
Rapid antigen tests for positive Covid-19 confirmation in the laboratory setting
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pathol.2021.12.271
Abstract: S S83 The patient was treated initially with pulse methylprednisolone followed by tapered oral prednisone, and mycophenolate mofetil but transitioned rapidly with effect after 1 week to rituximab 1 g at day 0 and 14… read more here.
Keywords: rapid antigen; antigen tests; tularensis; pathology ... See more keywords
Willingness to pay for SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen tests during the COVID-19 pandemic: evidence from the general adult population
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DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2022.03.016
Abstract: Objective Our aim was to examine the willingness to pay (WTP) for SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen tests and its correlates during the Covid-19 pandemic in Germany. Study design/Methods: A representative online survey was conducted in late… read more here.
Keywords: antigen tests; wtp sars; sars cov; rapid antigen ... See more keywords
Advances in RT-LAMP for COVID-19 testing and diagnosis
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DOI: 10.1080/14737159.2023.2169071
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, and the subsequent limitations on standard diagnostics, has vastly expanded the user base of Reverse Transcription Loop-mediated isothermal Amplification (RT-LAMP) in fundamental research and development. RT-LAMP has also penetrated commercial… read more here.
Keywords: lamp; diagnosis; advances lamp; antigen tests ... See more keywords
Are antigen tests useful as screening for the identification of SARS-CoV-2 in emergency rooms?
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DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckab164.813
Abstract: Background A quick and accurate case identification in the Emergency Department (ED) during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic is crucial for clinical management and to prevent spread of infections. The gold standard for diagnosing SARS-CoV-2 infection is… read more here.
Keywords: useful screening; sars cov; emergency; tests useful ... See more keywords
Sensitivity of rapid antigen tests for COVID-19 during the Omicron variant outbreak among players and staff members of the Japan Professional Football League and clubs: a retrospective observational study
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DOI: 10.1101/2022.06.13.22276325
Abstract: Objectives Rapid antigen tests have been used to prevent the spread of the COVID-19; however, there have been concerns about their decreased sensitivity to the Omicron variant. In this study, we assessed the sensitivity and… read more here.
Keywords: omicron variant; sensitivity; sensitivity rapid; antigen tests ... See more keywords
Assessment of the Analytical Sensitivity of 10 Lateral Flow Devices against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron Variant
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DOI: 10.1128/jcm.02479-21
Abstract: Timely and accurate diagnostic testing is a critical component of the public health response to COVID-19. Antigen tests are used widely in many countries to provide rapid, economical and accessible point-of-care testing (1). The vast… read more here.
Keywords: sars cov; cov omicron; omicron variant; antigen ... See more keywords