Symptoms of COVID-19, influenza and other respiratory diseases are similar. It can be difficult for HCPs to make decisions based on signs and symptoms alone. If patients are left undiagnosed, it may result in community spread. For HCPs it is vital to rapidly identify an infection with a highly contagious virus such as SARS-CoV-2 or Influenza A or B.
Rapid results also give patients the knowledge and reassurance when symptoms are inconclusive.