Genotyping Tech Accelerates Covid Variant Identification

Genotyping technology detects Covid variants faster and cheaper

Research from the University of East Anglia and the UK Health Security Agency has revealed that genotyping technology can detect new Covid variants almost a week faster than traditional whole genome sequencing methods. This breakthrough allows for more rapid detection and communication of variant information to frontline health protection professionals during the height of the pandemic. Genotyping also played a crucial role in implementing local control measures such as contact tracing more quickly.