A User-Centered Service Model for Accelerating COVID-19 Diagnostic Innovation: The RADx-rad Dx Core Approach

At The end of 2019, the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus emerged in humans, spreading rapidly and leading to the COVID-19 pandemic. The outbreak caused significant morbidity and mortality, prompting governments worldwide to implement lockdowns and masking measures, which resulted in substantial social and economic disruptions. One of the most critical challenges in controlling the virus initially was the lack of diagnostic tests [1], [2], [3]. Effective diagnostic testing is essential for detecting outbreaks and mitigating transmission by allowing for early identification and intervention [4], [5], [6], [7].