Why rapid genome sequencing is key to finding out how long Delta has been in NZ, and how large this outbreak might be
- Written by: David Welch, Senior Lecturer, University of Auckland
Shutterstock/ZitaWe knew the Delta variant would eventually arrive in Aotearoa, but real-time sequencing, which produces full genomes from positive cases in less than 12 hours, will ensure the lockdown is as short and effective as possible.
There are now 21 cases and we can expect more to be reported over the coming days. Genome sequencing of the...
