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COVID-19 In Vitro Diagnostic Devices and Test Methods Database

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

SARS-CoV-2 detection in different respiratory sites: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Detection Principle
review
Target
mixed
Testing Method Category
Other
Testing Method
mixed
Testing Method - Additional Info
comparison of respiratory sampling strategies
Reported Performance
percentage of positive tests: 75% (oropharyngeal swab, 0–7 dpo), 35% (oropharyngeal swab, 8–14 dpo), 12% (oropharyngeal swab, +14 dpo), 80% (nasopharyngeal swabs, 0–7 dpo), 59% (nasopharyngeal swabs 8–14 dpo), 36% (nasopharyngeal swabs, +14 dpo), 98% (sputum, 0–7 dpo), 69% (sputum, 8–14 dpo), 46% (sputum, +14 dpo)
Sample Size
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Assay Type
 
Peer-reviewed
yes

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