COVID-19 testing has spawned a veritable cottage industry, with medically minded entrepreneurs stepping up to meet increased demand — often charging top dollar to expedite PCR test results.

The PCR test detects and amplifies a small part of the virus’ genome, a process distinct from human cloning, Binnicker said.

Sorey said OSPRI’s vertically integrated business model is unique. It researches diseases, develops new PCR tests, ...

Experts say ramping up the use of these three different types of coronavirus tests – the PCR test, the antibody test and the antigen test, respectively – is essential to reopening America’s ...

CURECA™ is the world's first system to fully automate the entire PCR testing process – from sample storage and pre-treatment to nucleic acid extraction, amplification, and result analysis ...

The process usually takes place in a lab, but some test kits let you collect your own samples at home. There are some fully at-home PCR tests in the works from Cue and Lucira, but neither is ...

So how does a qualitative RT-PCR test work? Basically, the manufacturer sets the test to turn off the cycling or amplification process when a certain number is hit.

If people need to get tested regularly, the rapid test is the best method because of the time required to process a PCR sample.

CDC test can’t differentiate between COVID and the flu? That’s wrong. While the CDC is withdrawing its EUA request for the 2019-nCoV RT-PCR test, it is not because the test is faulty.