Evaluation of self-collection of nasal swab specimens for COVID-19 diagnostic testing in children in the United States, 2020–2023

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Authors

Zachary Smith · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Andrew Godoshian · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Peter Boersma · National Center for Health Statistics

Christy Myrick · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Ellen N. Kersh · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Rebecca J. McNall · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Erika Mey

Abstract

This study provides robust evidence supporting the implementation of self-collection of specimens in children, which could significantly enhance testing accessibility and efficiency in public health responses.

Topics & Keywords

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

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Partnerships for the goals

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Clinical Microbiology

DOI: 10.1128/jcm.01336-25

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