Diagnosis
Advanced PCR testing can take over 48 hours to yield results from the lab, resulting in treatment delays and increased healthcare costs
Sourcing
Sourcing swabs and other testing material can be difficult when supply chains are uncertain
Subjective Results
Rapid visual tests can be subjective, and their reliability depends on the conditions under which they are used
Invasive
Nasopharyngeal swabs can be uncomfortable for both the patient and the healthcare provider