Direct RT-qPCR assay for SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern (Alpha, B.1.1.7 and Beta, B.1.351) detection and quantification in wastewater

• Christopher Miller

Lower than a 12 months following the Extreme acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) outbreak, variants of concern have emerged within the type of variant Alpha (B.1.1.7, the British variant) and Beta (B.1.351, the South Africa variant). Resulting from their excessive infectivity and morbidity, it has grow to be clear that it’s essential to rapidly…