We’ve talked here about the problems and limitations of antibody tests. We’ve seen others discuss it. And a primer on the mathematical whys and wherefores is available here.
Today some pre-publication data on a variety of US antibody tests were released, and they aren’t great–and they illustrate precisely the problems discussed above:
Continue readingYesterday, I posted a link to a great discussion about COVID-19 testing, and the various types of tests that do or will exist, and their strengths/weaknesses.
It can strike many people as strange that doctors’ tests aren’t 100% accurate. (It even surprises some doctors!) No test is perfect.
But, not only are tests not perfect, but even a test that sounds like its very accurate can be misleading if used under the wrong conditions.
Continue readingThis is a great virology blog that gives a very thorough discussion of the various kinds of testing that are and will be available.
it also describes how “proving who’s immune” is not going to be the quick fix that we’d like: “Testing, Testing, Testing.”
As Alberta residents now know, the only place to access COVID-19 testing is via 811 and then assessment centers or other designated public health locations.
Continue readingCritiques and analysis of John Dehlin's activities mostly focusing on his written contributions, but occasionally straying into other media and activities.
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Spinning in infinity
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