antigen

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The F protein is an antigen, the part of a pathogen that the immune system recognizes as a threat and makes antibodies against.

From Scientific American

These tests are generally more sensitive than antigen tests, and at-home molecular tests have been more expensive than rapid antigen tests.

From New York Times

A recent study found that people continue to test positive on antigen tests for eight days, on average, after becoming infected.

From Washington Post

Thursday’s update reflects the evolving understanding of the accuracy of antigen tests, which are less sensitive than laboratory tests but have become the standard testing approach due to their speed and convenience.

From Seattle Times

Ms. Black confirmed that Ms. Abrams had tested negative on a rapid antigen test before her speech on Tuesday, and on a P.C.R. test on Monday.

From New York Times