SYLYKI study
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University of Oulu
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The use of nasopharyngeal samples has significantly increased, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sample collection can be unpleasant, particularly for children, and it consumes healthcare resources. Better sampling methods are needed. Regarding the SARS-CoV-2 virus, saliva samples appear to be feasible at least for adults. However, information is lacking regarding other respiratory pathogens and feasibility in children.
The goal of the SYLYKI study is to determine whether saliva or gargle specimens can replace nasopharyngeal samples when investigating the cause of respiratory infections in children. The study examines 22 different viruses and bacteria, comparing samples from the nasopharynx, saliva, and gargle collected from over 300 participants with respiratory infections.