Quick COVID test studied for emergency rooms

NCT ID NCT04353154

First seen May 20, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at using a fast, point-of-care COVID-19 test to help triage patients with heart or breathing emergencies. Researchers tested 66 adults who already had COVID-19 to see if the rapid test gave the same results as standard lab tests. They also compared different swab methods (nasal, throat, or both) to find the best approach.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Ottawa Heart Institute

    Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 4W7, Canada

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