kiirtestid
Kiirtestid are diagnostic tests that provide results quickly, typically within minutes to an hour, to indicate whether a person currently has a specific infection. They are designed for point‑of‑care use and often do not require a full laboratory. In practice the term covers several technologies, most notably rapid antigen tests (lateral flow immunoassays) and rapid molecular tests that use isothermal amplification. Kiirtestid are widely used for screening in healthcare settings, schools, workplaces, travel, and for at‑home testing.
Performance varies by test and by the stage of infection. Rapid antigen tests tend to have high
Administration and disposal: tests typically involve a nasal or throat swab, processing steps described in the
Regulatory status: rapid tests are regulated in many regions, with CE markings in the European Union and