- A new antibody test is quick.
- It takes only 10 minutes.
- There is no need for a blood draw.
- The test works with wearable sensors.
- These sensors find antibodies in the skin.
- They can detect infections like COVID-19.
Difficult words
- antibody — A protein that fights infection.
- sensor — A device that detects something.sensors
- detect — To find or notice something.
- infections — When germs make you sick.
- quick — Fast or not taking a long time.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think a quick test is important?
- How do sensors help in testing for infections?
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