IT'S all the world is talking about right now, but what does an actual test for coronavirus involve? Current modelling suggests up to 25 per cent of the Queensland population will contract COVID-19 in ...

As the number of private clinics offering coronavirus testing to the wealthy in the United States and United Kingdom soar, SBS News asks health experts how testing works here in Australia. When ...

Over 178,000 COVID-19 tests have been carried out in Australia and that number is growing rapidly by the day. The Federal Government has consistently said this testing rate — at approximately 557 ...

What is the test used to diagnose COVID-19? The nucleic acid amplification test aims to detect the presence of genetic material (nucleic acid) from the virus in a swab, which is usually taken from ...

Unlike Covid-19, hantavirus cannot be detected using rapid antigen kits. Doctors explain why diagnosis depends on specialised ...

As the number of COVID cases in Tasmania continues to rise, the state's testing clinics have been swamped by an increase in demand. Part of Tasmania's border reopening plan required travellers to have ...

Coronavirus explained: What you need to know about getting sick, treatment and future vaccines As Australia’s coronavirus cases continue to climb and new clinics are established, here’s how you can ...

A rapid antigen test could soon be accepted as a day five test for interstate travellers. Here’s everything you need to know about the test. The tests, which have been regarded as less accurate than a ...

They can cause all sorts of unpleasant symptoms. Certain symptoms, like a sore throat or fatigue, are hallmarks of all three.

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has hit out at some countries mandating a negative COVID test before arrival. The mandates come as China experiences a sharp increase in COVID infections. The WHO ...