Page 8 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 26, 2020 New test available to determine protective immunity to COVID-19 A RCpoint Labs, the diagnostic testing lab franchise with nearly 100 locations across the United Staes, is partnering with Ethos Laboratories to bring a brand-new test to market that measures protective immunity to COVID-19. Tru-Immune by Ethos Laboratories is the first Surrogate Viral Neutralization Test (sVNT) to evaluate COVID-19 Gerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 A.B.C. CIGAR 170 REVERE ST., REVERE (781) 289-4959 Same Location * Same Service for 48 Years! protective immunity in the United States. Unlike other tests currently on the market, Tru-Immune detects the presence and magnitude of neutralizing antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 virus (which causes COVID-19) that could prevent future infection. “This test will provide personalized information that has not been available before,” said ARCpoint Franchise Group CEO John Constantine. “This is the first test that can give you an indication of how effective your antibodies are at fighting COVID-19. We are excited about what this means for individuals, and the value it provides as they make decisions about returning to work and other activities safely and with confidence. ARCpoint Labs is proud to be the first national network of collection sites for Tru-Immune as we roll this out.” According to a recent article published by Johns Hopkins University, neutralization assays are the “gold standard” for determining if a patient has effective antibodies and protective immunity against SARS-CoV-2. “Tru-Immune is the first test to evaluate protective immunity to the SARS-CoV-2 virus that does not require the use of live virus, cell culture or even pseudovirus,” said Ethos Research and Development’s Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Joshua Gunn. “These significant innovations allow us to process samples in less than three hours, compared to viral neutralization tests that can take three to five days to produce results.” Blood tests capable of detecting anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies have flooded the market, but none can measure the viral neutralizing capacity of these antibodies. “If test results indicate the presence of neutralizing antibodies, that means you’ve been exposed and your immune system is capable of inhibiting the virus if you are exposed again,” said Gunn. More studies will be required to better understand how long the protective antibody response lasts in recovered patients, and this information will be key for developing effective vaccine strategies. “Behind the scenes, we’re all geeking out about the science involved in this test,” said Constantine. “But we’re most excited about how this information will help with vaccine development and convalescent plasma donations, which could be potentially life-saving. Until we have a vaccine, this could be the strongest defense we have to fight COVID-19.” Tru-Immune has not yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Emergency Use Authorization. Ethos Laboratories has submitted data and statements to the FDA for review. ARCpoint Labs is now offering Tru-Immune at select locations, including ARCpoint Labs of Woburn (400 West Cummings Park, Suite 3500, in Woburn). For more information or to schedule an appointment, go to www.arcpointlabs.com or call 781-460-6020. Chris Dan Steve We Welcome You Back & Wish You Well! * Desktop Humidors * Travel Humidors * Vapes * Juice * Cigar Accessories * Bongs * Lighters & Ash Trays * Glass Pipes * Gift Cards * Rewards Program * Juuls * CBD Infused Products Cigar of the Month! Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Magnum Box of 20 - Only $149.95 Buy your Cigars by the Box & Save! Plus our “Golfers’ Special” 15 Handmade Cigars - Churchill Size including a Cohiba! Only $43.95 STORE HOURS 8 AM - 7 PM Mon. - Sat., Sun. 8 AM - 6 PM
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