COVID-19 Target product profiles for priority diagnostics to support response to the COVID-19 pandemic v.1.0

Overview

WHO is publishing here the final version of Target Product Profiles (TPP) for priority COVID-19 diagnostics. These TPPs describe the desirable and minimally acceptable profiles for four tests.  

• Point of care test for suspected COVID-19 cases and their close contacts to diagnose acute SARS-CoV-2 infection in areas where reference assay testing is unavailable, or turnaround times obviate clinical utility

• Test for diagnosis or confirmation of acute or subacute SARS-CoV-2 infection, suitable for low or high-volume needs: 

• Point of care test for prior infection with SARS-CoV-2

• Test for prior infection with SARS-CoV-2 for moderate to high volume needs

These TPPs will be reviewed and updated as new information becomes available.