Two Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDTs) kits manufactured by SD Biosensor and Abbott for COVID-19 testing has been approved by the Federal Government.
The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) in a statement in Abuja explained that, RDTs provide a faster turnaround time compared to the molecular polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method, and there are limitations with its test. It noted that the RDTs, which will be deployed in congregate settings; schools, hospitals, NYSC camps, Military camps, prisons, etc, has a lower sensitivity compared to PCR tests and can present false negative results in people who have been infected with the virus. To curb this, the NCDC’s new guideline for RDTs deployment in the country has algorithms to ensure that cases are not missed.
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