rapid test kit
Reduce dependence on RT-PCR, do more self-tests - Khairy
Minister says RTK-Ag tests more suitable in current Omicron environment.
Bernama
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3 years ago
Rapid tests may not catch early Omicron cases, study suggests
Some have transmitted the disease in between false-negative tests.
3 years ago
Umno leader tests positive for Covid-19 under RTK, taking swab test to reconfirm
The second test is an RT-PCR which is more accurate than RTK.
Zikri Kamarulzaman
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5 years ago
As M'sians return to work, MOH warns against 'finger prick' tests
CORONAVIRUS | Some private clinics offer the rapid test, but it can’t be used for diagnosis or determine immunity status.
5 years ago
East M'sia to be prioritised in Covid-19 rapid test kit distribution: MOH
UPDATE 8.15PM: CORONAVIRUS | Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah says this will overcome logistical issues there.
Hariz Mohd
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5 years ago
MOH can start mass screening for Covid-19 soon, says Health DG
CORONAVIRUS | A South Korean company's rapid antigen test kit has been chosen by Malaysia after tests show high sensitivity.
Hariz Mohd
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5 years ago
WHO still waiting for conclusive evidence on efficacy of rapid test kits
CORONAVIRUS | We have not seen the evidence or potential performance of these tests to diagnose Covid-19, says a WHO spokesperson.
Geraldine Tong
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5 years ago
China: No complaints on medical products ordered via diplomatic channel
CORONAVIRUS | In response to claims of faulty items, its Foreign Ministry calls for grievances to be directed to them.
5 years ago
MOH tests Korean-made Covid-19 rapid kit, plans to purchase one million units
UPDATED 7.34PM | CORONAVIRUS | The decision to buy in mass will depend on the accuracy of the rapid test kit.
Hariz Mohd
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5 years ago
Health DG cautions against use of Covid-19 rapid test kits
He says rapid test kits test for antibodies which only develops days later while the rRT-PCR technique detects for the virus itself which has no time lag.
5 years ago
Rep urges Health Ministry to clarify MyEG's Covid-19 'rapid test kit'
CORONAVIRUS | This after the ministry dismisses the product as fake and MyEG later clarifying it is still waiting for approval.
5 years ago
