The World Health Organization (WHO) announced the prequalification of two rapid antigen diagnostic tests (Ag-RDT) for ...

In September 2020, the SD Biosensor STANDARD Q COVID-19 Ag Test became the first rapid antigen test ever listed under WHO’s ...

WHO noted that prequalified tests can now be prioritized in pooled procurement mechanisms, which help lower prices, stabilize ...

SD Biosensor STANDARD Q and ACON Flowflex—after their earlier emergency use during the pandemic. The move confirms long-term ...

WHO said the decision builds on earlier emergency approvals and reflects the continued need for affordable, fast COVID-19 testing even after the pandemic’s emergency phase.

As the cold and flu season approaches, the rising cases of COVID-19 in the United States raise significant concerns for public health. With the holiday season bringing increased travel and gatherings, ...

On 17 December 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced the prequalification of two rapid antigen diagnostic tests ...

The study suggests the tests could save lives by catching cancer at earlier stages, when it's more easily treated. It predicted that, over a decade of use, MCEDs could reduce stage IV cancer diagnoses ...

The global metagenomics sequencing market size was US$ 1139.3 million in 2021. The global metagenomics sequencing market is forecast to grow to US$ 3,994.01 million by 2030 by registering a compound ...

The US Food and Drug Administration cleared a number of molecular tests and immunoassays, as well as a clinical chemistry and a cellular deformation test.

As millions of Americans hit the road or take to the skies for the holidays, another seasonal traveler is picking up speed: influenza.

COVID-19 infections are rising again across the U.S. Here's which symptoms to look for and how to protect yourself over the ...