coronavirus and flu – which can give results as quickly as 90 minutes – in hospitals, care homes and labs from next week to help track any potential second wave.
The tests have been hailed as a crucial instrument in the fight against the pandemic, especially as the UK heads into the colder months.Here, the Daily Star Online looks at some of the key questions surrounding coronavirus testing:- How many different types of Covid-19 tests are there?There are currently two main tests used to detect coronavirus infection: nasal/throat swabs and finger-prick blood tests.The swab test, which involves a deep swab of the nose or the back of the throat, is used to determine whether someone is currently infected with Covid-19.Meanwhile, the finger-prick.