Etiket: Swab
Rapid tests | The swab in the mouth in addition to the nostrils, experts suggest
A Quebec committee is preparing to recommend rubbing the rapid test swab in the mouth in addition to the nostrils. It follows practices adopted elsewhere in Canada since February. Posted…
Less effective rapid tests against Omicron: should a throat swab also be taken?
The instructions for the rapid test kits are clear: the swab should be inserted into both nostrils. But to better detect the Omicron variant, wouldn’t it be better to take…
Swab of the cervix and biopsy of the uterine lining
Smear What is it used for ? The smear is used to prevent cancer of the cervix. Examination of cells can detect cancer cells and their precursors with 85-95% certainty.…