Coronavirus testing being slowed by lack of key substances

Several Swedish regional authorities are unable to test as many people for coronavirus as they would like to due to a shortage of key substances used in the test analysis process, a new Swedish Radio investigation shows.

The big hurdle is a shortage of reagents, which are substances required to carry out the chemical analysis of tests and show if it is positive for coronavirus.

In Västra Götaland for example that has made it difficult to test healthcare staff on sick leave to see if they are free from coronavirus and clear to return to work.

Listen to the report to hear more.