The test will deliver positive results for COVID-19 in approximately five minutes, and negative results in 13 minutes. Crucially, Abbott’s ID NOW COVID-19 test gives results fast like the antibodies test kits — however, while a negative result does not rule out infection, Abbott’s kits, which use RNA amplification technology, give definitive results. In the US, Abbott will make the ID NOW COVID-19 tests available next week to healthcare providers — where the ID platform instruments are already in use. Here’s a quick Coronavirus guide from Express Explained to keep you updated: Are smokers at high risk form coronavirus? | How long can the Covid-19 virus survive on a surface?

Source: Indian Express March 29, 2020 19:06 UTC