What is a lateral flow test (LFT)? A lateral flow test (LFT) is a simple, quick and cheap assay that can detect the presence of target antigen(s) or antibody(ies) in a liquid sample. 1 As a type of ...

Not long ago, referring to a lateral flow test would have resulted in blank stares, even though they’re common diagnostic devices used in over-the-counter pregnancy tests, for example. But the ...

If you match certain requirements then you can receive free lateral flow tests. What are the requirements? Where can you buy lateral flow tests if you don’t qualify? Here’s everything you need to know ...

Many of us are regularly using lateral flow tests to minimise the spread of coronavirus, and maybe even more frequently due to meeting loved ones over Christmas. Experts say the Omicron variant is ...

Coronavirus tests have become increasingly easier to get hold of as the pandemic has progressed. Now more than 163 million Covid-19 tests have been taken in the UK since the start of the pandemic, ...

Covid cases have been creeping up again across the UK and Brits are being asked to remain vigilant against the spread of the virus. The government have been encouraging members of the public to take ...

The world’s first lateral flow test to detect aggressive, recurring brain tumours is being developed by scientists at the University of Sheffield and Nottingham Trent University. A simple lateral flow ...