This project aims to investigate the sensitivity and specificity of the rapid antigen test compared to RT-PCR test performed on samples from the nasopharynx and the anterior nasal cavity and the oropharynx, respectively.
The purpose of the study is to investigate the sensitivity and specificity of correct
SARS-CoV-2 test results of nasopharyngeal swabs and swabs swabs from the anterior part of the
nose examined by rapid antigen test (Standard Q COVID-19 Ag - test, SD Biosensor INC.)
compared with swabs from the oropharynx examined by RT-PCR test among citizens who have
booked an appointment for a COVID-19 test in one of Testcenter Denmark's test centers in the
Capital Region.
Diagnostic Test: Standard Q COVID-19 Ag - test, produced by SD Biosensor INC.
Alle Danish citizens tested for infection with SARS-CoV-2 by swabs in the oropharynx, and subsequently analysis of the specimens by RT-PCR test at Testcenter Danmark's test centers will be included in the study. Participants will, in addition to the oropharyngeal swab they are already schedule for, be examined by a rapid antigen test.
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age > 18 years
- A booked appointment for a COVID-19 test at one of Testcenter Denmark's test centers
in the Capital Region
Exclusion Criteria:
- Previously tested positive for COVID-19
- Non-fluent in Danish
Christian von Buchwald, MD, DMSc, Professor
Copenhagen, Denmark