Posted on Oct 26, 2020
Home tests could help in the fight against the coronavirus. So where are they?
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Such a test could be taken several days ahead of a visit with grandparents, for example. Or before heading into work. And if a local outbreak occurs, officials could hand out hundreds of at-home rapid tests to find and stop viral transmission.
At least two dozen companies are trying to develop home tests, most of them antigen tests that detect proteins on the surface of the virus. Some companies are tantalizingly close to clearing final barriers.
In July, the Food and Drug Administration issued guidelines making clear that any home test needs to be accurate and easy enough for untrained people to use without confusion.
At least two dozen companies are trying to develop home tests, most of them antigen tests that detect proteins on the surface of the virus. Some companies are tantalizingly close to clearing final barriers.
In July, the Food and Drug Administration issued guidelines making clear that any home test needs to be accurate and easy enough for untrained people to use without confusion.
Home tests could help in the fight against the coronavirus. So where are they?
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It would seem that by the time a self-test is ready for public use, the vaccine(s) will be out and the need for testing reduced, but that said, it would solve the testing issue for those flying to other states or countries...
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Lt Col Charlie Brown
I think it is still needed. We don't know how long the vaccine will work or if it will be equally effective for all.
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