coronavirus testing sites surge at health clinics across Canada, so does the demand for more rapid results.There are around 12 point-of-care rapid tests awaiting review from Health Canada.
One rapid test was approved on Friday — the Hyris bCUBE, which must be used in a medical setting.Health Canada has not yet approved any at-home test options.Health Canada said on Tuesday it is still reviewing many rapid testing applications and as soon as they meet the regulatory standards, more will be approved.
Saliva tests could make spotting coronavirus easier, expert says The rapid tests look for antigens, or proteins found on the surface of the virus.