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Scientists create new cheap coronavirus test that could even be done at home

UK researchers have created a new type of test fo COVID-19 that only costs $5 per person and can take as little as 30 minutes to reach a result. The team is currently working on mass-producing the test as it seems to be one of the most efficient and effective tests on the market.

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Thu Mar 26 - TechCrunch

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