Current best evidence for clinical care (more info)
Among 3302 persons tested for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) by BinaxNOWTM and reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) in a community setting, rapid assay sensitivity was 100%/98.5%/89% using RT-PCR cycle thresholds of 30, 35, and no threshold. The specificity was 99.9%. Performance was high across ages and those with and without symptoms. Rapid resulting permitted immediate public health action.
| Discipline / Specialty Area | Score |
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| Infectious Disease | |
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| Pediatrics (General) | |
Having data to confirm the test works equally well in children is important, but note the very limited numbers in children under 13 years of age.
I will use BinaxNow TM rapid. This paper answered any question I had.