FDA Clears CDC Diagnostic For COVID-19 And Influenza
US Agency Also Encourages Combination Test Development With Template Updates
Executive Summary
The US FDA has authorized marketing of a combination diagnostic that can detect either COVID-19 or influenza. The agency hopes to encourage development of additional similar tests before the fall flu season.
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