Scientists led by NTU Singapore develop test that detects COVID-19 even when it mutates (VIDEO)

Nanyang Technological University

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An #NTUsg?-led team of scientists has developed a #diagnostictest? that can detect the virus that causes COVID-19 even after it mutates. Named the VaNGuard (Variant Nucleotide Guard) test and developed based on the CRISPR gene-editing tool, it can yield results within 30 minutes. The test could potentially be used in settings where it is important to detect the virus in individuals quickly.

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