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COVID-19 In Vitro Diagnostic Devices and Test Methods Database

Scientific literature on COVID-19 Test Methods and Devices - detail

Accuracy of a nucleocapsid protein antigen rapid test in the diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection

Detection Principle
ImmunoAssay-Antigen
Target
NP
Testing Method Category
Other Immuno assay
Testing Method
Fluorescence immunochromatography (FIC)
Testing Method - Additional Info
A rapid method was developed based on fluorescence immunochromatographic (FIC) assay to detect the SARS-CoV-2 NP antigen.
Reported Performance
sensitivity: 75.6%; specificity:100%; percent agreement: 80.5%
Sample Size
251 patients
Peer-reviewed
yes

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