Do the rapid corona tests available in Germany detect an infection with the Omikron variant? New research gives a clear answer.
The number of corona infections with the Omikron variant is increasing in Germany. Some federal states have already tightened their corona measures – in Baden-Württemberg, for example, people must observe an FFP2 mask requirement in very specific areas and changes with regard to the quarantine time. Experts assume that, compared to Delta, ‘Omicron’ causes less severe courses and lasts less long than other mutations.
This in turn means that some people may not even notice symptoms when infected with the mutation. The Corona quick tests and self-tests, which can be purchased in shops and pharmacies, offer some security. But consumers should be careful: According to HEIDELBERG24, rapid tests do not detect omicron infections * or not so well. There are many different providers and manufacturers in Germany * HEIDELBERG24 is part of IPPEN.MEDIA.
