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Carbonated Beverages and Citrus Juice Lead to Inaccurate Results in Quick COVID-19 Tests

Credit: UnsplashWhen utilized correctly, COVID-19 lateral flow tests demonstrate high accuracy and specificity. However, the introduction of acidic fluids can lead to the antibodies in the tests clumping, potentially resulting in a false positive indication.Viral TikTok clips depicting adolescents manipulating rapid COVID-19 tests by inserting sodas and other acidic solutions into the test inlets...