Table 1 The use cases included in the present analysis
| Use case scenario | Description | Assumed prevalence (%) | Purpose of testing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital setting | Testing amongst all patients being hospitalised with respiratory symptoms | 25 |
To identify patients with COVID-19 who should be housed in isolation wards (reducing infection risk in hospital) Amongst admissions with severe symptoms, to identify those with COVID-19 who might benefit from anti-inflammatory treatment (to reduce deaths) |
| Community setting | Decentralised, community-level facility available to all individuals with symptoms who want to be tested for COVID-19 | 5 | To identify COVID-19 amongst people with mild COVID-consistent symptoms. Positive test results would trigger isolation and contact tracing, to minimise opportunities for transmission. |