Performance and Practicality of a Rapid Molecular Test for the Diagnosis of Strep A Pharyngitis in a Remote Australian Setting

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Abstract

Over 5 days, 120 schoolchildren from two schools in the remote Kimberley region of Australia were screened for Strep A pharyngitis. Molecular point-of-care testing identified Strep A pharyngitis in 13/18 (72.2%) symptomatic children. The portability and feasibility of molecular point-of-care testing was highly practical for remote settings.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2530-2532
Number of pages3
JournalThe American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Volume103
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2020

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