Rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection assay in comparison with real-time RT-PCR assay for laboratory diagnosis of COVID-19 in Thailand

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Authors

Chutikarn Chaimayo · Mahidol University

Bualan Kaewnaphan · Siriraj Hospital

Nattaya Tanlieng · Mahidol University

Niracha Athipanyasilp · Mahidol University

Rujipas Sirijatuphat · Mahidol University

Methee Chayakulkeeree · Siriraj Hospital

Nasikarn Angkasekwinai ·

Abstract

The rapid assay for SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection showed comparable sensitivity and specificity with the real-time RT-PCR assay. Thus, there is a potential use of this rapid and simple SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection test as a screening assay.

Topics & Keywords

SARS-CoV-2 detection and testing SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research Biosensors and Analytical Detection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Virology Journal

Volume 17, Issue 1, pp. 177-177

DOI: 10.1186/s12985-020-01452-5

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