Also known as batch testing, pool testing combines samples from several people and tests them for the coronavirus all at once, cutting down on the time and supplies required. If you are working with a small group, pool testing isn’t necessary. Countries around the world have been doing pool testing. Iwen said he is in conversation with pathologists and the FDA about how to allow national pool testing. Just 10 days ago, the FDA released a template for labs to seek approval of pool testing protocols.

Source: Washington Post June 26, 2020 22:58 UTC