In a recent paper, we described how lateral flow device (LFD) testing might be used to reduce the amount of excess time individuals spend in isolation following confirmation of a COVID-19 infection.

284/5076 individuals reported a valid positive LFD result, and a paired PCR result was obtained in 259/284 (91.2%). 244 were PCR positive yielding a PPV of 94.21% (244/259, 95% CI 90.73% to 96.43%).

Rapid Covid-19 community testing will be available in Inverness West from today until Friday October 8. The Highland Council and NHS Highland are delivering community testing in the Highlands to help ...

The battle to stop the spread of Covid-19 in Cumbria is being boosted by the rollout of asymptomatic testing around the county. Lateral Flow Device (LFD) tests provide a result within 30 minutes, with ...

The Health Minister, Eluned Morgan has confirmed that access to free LFD tests will be extended in Wales until July 31 2022. Tests will be available to the public showing symptoms of coronavirus (high ...