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Curated COVID-19 links: Questions about Quality of testing

Posted by Sten Westgard, MS

As hundreds of new methods rush to market, there are open questions about whether they are appropriate for care. Undoubtedly the established diagnostic manufacturers are bringing their best science to bear. Other companies, new to diagnostics might only be participating in a macabre gold rush.

MSN: Questions about accuracy of coronavirus tests sow worry. April 2, 2020

Washington Post: A 'negative' result doesn't mean you doesn't always mean you aren't infected. March 26, 2020.

NY Times: If you have coronavirus symptoms, assume you have the illness, even if you test negative., April 1, 2020

South China Morning Post: Spanish capital ditches 'unreliable' Chinese coronavirus test kits March 27, 2020

 

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