A discussion on the minimum required number of tests in two common pooling test methods for SARS-CoV-2
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Original language | English |
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Journal / Publication | Epidemiology and Infection |
Volume | 149 |
Online published | 3 Aug 2021 |
Publication status | Online published - 3 Aug 2021 |
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Abstract
Pooling of samples in detecting the presence of virus is an effective and efficient strategy in screening carriers in a large population with low infection rate, leading to reduction in cost and time. There are a number of pooling test methods, some being simple and others being complicated. In such pooling tests, the most important parameter to decide is the pool or group size, which can be optimized mathematically. Two pooling methods are relatively simple. The minimum numbers required in these two tests for a population with known infection rate are discussed and compared. Results are useful for identifying asymptomatic carriers in a short time and in implementing health codes systems.
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- Pool testing, COVID-19, optimization, pandemic
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A discussion on the minimum required number of tests in two common pooling test methods for SARS-CoV-2. / Cheng, C. H.; Chow, C. L.; Chow, W. K.
In: Epidemiology and Infection, Vol. 149, 03.08.2021.
In: Epidemiology and Infection, Vol. 149, 03.08.2021.
Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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