A rapid test kit can provide results quicker than traditional testing methods. The speed can have profound effects in several aspects of the fight against the virus.
People who suspect that they are infected will not have to suffer from anxiety for too long. They can know whether they are positive or negative within a short period. They can either get treatment or go home with relief.
The testing backlog can be reduced so the system won’t get too stressed. The ease of testing will encourage more people to submit themselves. This allows better monitoring of actual transmission rates.
When people know their actual state, they will be more careful in their movements. There is a big difference between suspecting an infection and getting a confirmation. It becomes more tangible. Patients can also warn others that they came into contact with so that they can isolate and prevent further transmission.