ABSTRACT The antigen-based rapid diagnostic test (Ag-RDT) using saliva specimens is fast, noninvasive, and suitable for SARS-CoV-2 self-testing, unlike nasopharyngeal swab (NPS) testing.We evaluated a novel Beanguard gargle (BG)-based virus collection method that can be applied to Ag-RDT as an alternative to the current RT-PCR with an NPS for early
Bamboo fiber has attracted a lot of interest due to its high specific strength and renewability.Unidirectional long bamboo fiber reinforcing is essential to fully realize its strength.The reinforcing efficiency can also be affected by the physical and chemical structure of bamboo fibers.Therefore, this study reviews the cell wall structure of the b
The objective was to determine the prevalence of iron, folates and retinol deficiencies in school children and to evaluate the changes after an intervention of nutritional education.The project was developed in 17 schools.The sample included 1,301 children (678 males and 623 females).A subsample of 480 individuals, was randomly selected for drawing
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