Border workers at Auckland Airport have been volunteering saliva samples for a fast-turnaround, accurate saliva test for Covid-19. New Zealand-based Rako Science has established Covid-19 surveillance testing using the SHIELD saliva test developed at the University of Illinois in the United States. In addition to the mandatory nasal-swab, staff at Auckland Airport are volunteering to take part in the Rako Science saliva screening service. Brya Ingram/Stuff Saliva will be collected in a test tube for quick, non-invasive testing. LUIS ENRIQUE ASCUI/The Age Last year, the Government made it mandatory for border workers to undergo PCR nasal testing every seven to 14 days.

Source: Stuff February 14, 2021 15:56 UTC