Role of Testing in COVID-19 Control: Report 16

Source: Imperial College London. Published: 4/23/2020. This 13-page study used a simple mathematical model to investigate the potential effectiveness of alternative testing strategies for COVID-19 control. Widespread PCR testing in the general population is unlikely to limit transmission more than contact tracing and quarantine based on symptoms alone, but could allow earlier release of contacts from quarantine. (PDF)
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