In this case, since the CDC's PCR test was made to only identify SARS-Cov-2, it cannot detect or confuse the genetic sequences of another virus such as influenza, according to Dr. Petros ...

There’s a big difference between the standard at-home antigen test and a molecular (PCR or NAAT) test. Molecular tests are the ones you want when accurate testing is important. Here are four ...

Hours-long lines for coronavirus PCR tests are prompting public officials to push the masses to use rapid, at-home antigen tests instead but public health experts warn the 15-minute tests are prone… ...

The PCR test currently used to test for COVID-19 was, indeed, created for that use. It's not a vaccine in disguise.

Dr. Matt Binnicker, an expert in the diagnosis of infectious diseases, reviews scenarios where an at-home antigen test is a good option, and when to seek out a lab-based PCR.

As a reminder, we’re talking about polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing. The FDA confirmed to our VERIFY team PCR tests are generally considered the "gold standard" for detecting COVID-19.

Researchers have built an RT-PCR platform that gives results in 23 minutes that match the longer laboratory-based tests -- faster than other PCR tests on the market. It can be adapted to test for ...

With a rise in COVID cases continuing and more people looking to get tested, there are some key differences between the two types of tests that detect the coronavirus: PCR and rapid antigen.

PCR providers have been told to follow 11 key steps, or face enforcement action The letter from the CMA to PCR providers lists 11 steps firms must now take, which include: Showing the full cost of ...

Hours-long lines for coronavirus PCR tests are prompting public officials to push the masses to use rapid, at-home antigen tests instead but public health experts warn the 15-minute tests are prone… ...