AI Article Synopsis
- The emergence of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 in 2021 allowed for differentiation from the Delta variant through S gene target failure.
- In England, an established S gene target surveillance (SGTS) system enabled swift identification of potential Omicron cases, typically within three days of sample collection.
- SGTS played a crucial role in public health responses, including case tracking and management, highlighting its importance and providing insights for effective use.
Article Abstract
When SARS-CoV-2 Omicron emerged in 2021, S gene target failure enabled differentiation between Omicron and the dominant Delta variant. In England, where S gene target surveillance (SGTS) was already established, this led to rapid identification (within ca 3 days of sample collection) of possible Omicron cases, alongside real-time surveillance and modelling of Omicron growth. SGTS was key to public health action (including case identification and incident management), and we share applied insights on how and when to use SGTS.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8971917 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.2807/1560-7917.ES.2022.27.11.2200143 | DOI Listing |
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