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Review
. 2020 Jul 23;58(8):e01287-20.
doi: 10.1128/JCM.01287-20. Print 2020 Jul 23.

The COVID-19 Diagnostic Dilemma: a Clinician's Perspective

Ralph Rogers  1 , Thomas O'Brien  2 , Jad Aridi  2 , Curt G Beckwith  2
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Review

The COVID-19 Diagnostic Dilemma: a Clinician's Perspective

Ralph Rogers et al. J Clin Microbiol. .

Abstract

In this commentary, we provide a broad overview of how the rapidly evolving coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) diagnostic landscape has impacted clinical care during the COVID-19 pandemic. We review aspects of both molecular and serologic testing and discuss the logistical challenges faced with each. We also highlight the progress that has been made in the development and implementation of these assays as well as the need for ongoing improvement in diagnostic testing capabilities.

Keywords: COVID-19; SARS-CoV-2; molecular diagnostics; serologic testing.

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