| Full text | |
| Author(s): |
Luís Expedito Sabage
[1]
;
Alessandra Mazzo
;
Josmar Sabage
;
Taylor Endrigo Toscano Olivo
[4]
;
Carlos Ferreira Santos
;
Luiz Fernando Manzoni Lourençone
Total Authors: 6
|
| Affiliation: | [1] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru - Brasil
[4] Universidade de São Paulo. Faculdade de Odontologia de Bauru - Brasil
Total Affiliations: 6
|
| Document type: | Journal article |
| Source: | Arquivos Brasileiros de Oftalmologia; 2022-03-07. |
| Abstract | |
ABSTRACT Schirmer strips and conjunctival swabs are used in ophthalmology for the collection of tears and fluids. One of the biggest challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic has been accurate diagnosis and, in some cases, ocular manifestations are among the first symptoms. In this context, this study aimed to collect evidence to support the use of Schirmer strips and conjunctival swabs as a method of sample collection for viral analysis. A literature search was conducted following the Scoping Review protocol defined by The Joanna Briggs Institute. Studies were analyzed regarding virus research, collection methods, and sample analysis. The findings support that viruses can be detected on the ocular surface through analysis of Schirmer strips and conjunctival swabs. However, additional studies with larger samples and time data are necessary to confirm these conclusions. (AU) | |
| FAPESP's process: | 20/07365-8 - Schirmer test and conjunctival Swab for SARS-CoV-2 detection |
| Grantee: | Luís Expedito Sabage |
| Support Opportunities: | Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation |