Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched the Ion AmpliSeq SARS-CoV-2 Insight Research Assay. The assay is designed to help identify new and known Covid-19 variants from samples with lower viral loads. It sequences more than 99% of the SARS-CoV-2 genome, covering all potential serotypes. The assay enables workflow automation and reduces the turn-around time for insights and data.
Biotechnology company Avacta Group announced that the UK Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), has registered its AffiDX SARS-CoV-2 antigen lateral flow test. Clinical data for the antigen lateral flow test showed 100% sensitivity in identifying infectious individuals with viral loads measured by PCR of Ct<27.
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OraSure Technologies has announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the company’s Covid-19 rapid antigen tests, the InteliSwab. The InteliSwab Covid-19 Rapid Test is now available for over-the-counter (OTC) non-prescription use, the InteliSwab Covid-19 Rapid Test Pro is available for professional use and the InteliSwab Covid-19 Rapid Test Rx is available for home use.
