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The dogtor is in: Study finds dogs can sniff out COVID-19 with 96% accuracy

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Abstract

A new study led by researchers from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine found that mass COVID-19 screening could be solved by a quick sniff-a dognostic test, if you will. In keeping with the illustrious tradition of canine heroism (to wit: Lassie, Scooby-Doo, Air Bud), a group of nine specially trained dogs proved themselves to be not just man's best friend but also a physician's best friend by detecting positive samples of the coronavirus with a tail-wagging 96% accuracy rate.
Key Data

  • Publication Date
    15 April 2021
  • Primary Author
    Andrea Park
  • Source
    Fierce Biotech
  • Language
    English
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