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Low volume blood collection and sample elution for serology testing

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Serology testing largely depends on formal phlebotomy. In order to expand serology testing into the broader community, we need to able to collect blood without the need for phlebotomy.

We are looking for examples where small volume blood collection, coupled with elution where relevant, can be used for COVID-19 antibody testing for immediate or very rapid roll out.

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