Some scientists think it may be too soon treat covid as endemic rather than pandemic

The video discusses the role of PCR and lateral flow tests in COVID detection, highlighting the importance of maintaining PCR testing capacity despite its higher cost and time consumption. It covers Biograd's testing operations in Liverpool, the impact of policy changes on testing practices, and the potential consequences of shifting away from PCR tests. The video also addresses the effectiveness of lateral flow tests in reducing hospitalizations and the challenges of managing testing costs as the pandemic evolves.

What is the role of scientists in the COVID testing process as mentioned in the video?

• To distribute test kits

• To confirm positive test results

• To develop new testing methods

• To operate the testing machines

Why is it considered irresponsible to move away from PCR testing according to the video?

• It would reduce the private sector's involvement in research

• It would make testing faster but less accurate

• It would lead to a shortage of test kits

• It would increase the cost of testing

What makes PCR tests the 'gold standard' in COVID testing?

• They are the cheapest option available

• They can distinguish between different strains of COVID

• They are the easiest to administer

• They provide instant results

How have lateral flow tests contributed to managing the pandemic?

• By reducing hospitalization rates by around one-third

• By providing results faster than PCR tests

• By being more expensive than PCR tests

• By increasing the number of hospitalizations

What challenge does the government face as the pandemic enters its third year?

• Finding new strains of the virus

• Deciding whether to stop all testing

• Increasing the number of PCR tests

• Managing testing costs without compromising the system