The Effect of Test Timing on the Probability of Positive SARS-CoV-2 Swab Test Results: Mixed Model Approach

• Main Authors: Benoni, Roberto (Author), Panunzi, Silvia (Author), Campagna, Irene (Author), Moretti, Francesca (Author), Lo Cascio, Giuliana (Author), Spiteri, Gianluca (Author), Porru, Stefano (Author), Tardivo, Stefano (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: JMIR Publications, 2021-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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BackgroundDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, swab tests proved to be effective in containing the infection and served as a means for early diagnosis and contact tracing. However, little evidence exists regarding the correct timing for the execution of the swab test, especially for asymptomatic individual...