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Comparison of technical and labor characteristics of influenza A and B EIA
| Characteristic | Directigen | EZ | NOW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration of test | 8 min | 16 min | 15.5 min |
| Hands-on time | 1 min | 1 min | 0.5 min |
| Discrimination of results | Intermediate | Easy | Easy |
| Specimen restrictions | None | None | None |
| Cost | 10 unitsa | 6.5 units | 8.5 units |
Units were arbitrarily chosen to provide a common denominator.
