Journal article
Real-time PCR-based SARS-CoV-2 detection in Canadian laboratories.
Abstract
With emergence of pandemic COVID-19, rapid and accurate diagnostic testing is essential. This study compared laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) used for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 in Canadian hospital and public health laboratories, and some commercially available real-time RT-PCR assays. Overall, analytical sensitivities were equivalent between LDTs and most commercially available methods.
Authors
LeBlanc JJ; Gubbay JB; Li Y; Needle R; Arneson SR; Marcino D; Charest H; Desnoyers G; Dust K; Fattouh R
Journal
J Clin Virol, Vol. 128, ,
Publication Date
May 13, 2020
DOI
10.1016/j.jcv.2020.104433