SARS Tests to Help Doctors Distinguish Illnesses Soon
Government, universities, and private firms race to develop highly sensitive SARS tests that search for viral genes in nasal secretions and other samples. CDC aims to ship a version to state labs by end of next week, with other tests refined worldwide using new gene data. Early-stage use and high accuracy are crucial to avoid false alarms while guiding isolation and control measures.
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