The World Health Organization (WHO) announced the prequalification of two rapid antigen diagnostic tests (Ag-RDT) for ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has reached a pivotal moment in the fight against COVID-19 by prequalifying the first two rapid antigen diagnostic tests for SARS-CoV-2. This groundbreaking ...

In a significant development in the fight against COVID-19, the World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified two rapid antigen tests for detecting the virus. This landmark decision, announced last ...

WHO has prequalified two rapid COVID-19 antigen tests, confirming their safety and quality and expanding access to fast, ...

SD Biosensor STANDARD Q and ACON Flowflex—after their earlier emergency use during the pandemic. The move confirms long-term ...

WHO said the decision builds on earlier emergency approvals and reflects the continued need for affordable, fast COVID-19 testing even after the pandemic’s emergency phase.

WHO noted that prequalified tests can now be prioritized in pooled procurement mechanisms, which help lower prices, stabilize ...

In September 2020, the SD Biosensor STANDARD Q COVID-19 Ag Test became the first rapid antigen test ever listed under WHO’s ...

On 17 December 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced the prequalification of two rapid antigen diagnostic tests ...