since last Waste Water Based Epidemiology The report shows the data Saskatoon Wastewater has also increased Prince Albert,
Viral RNA load in Saskatoon’s wastewater has increased by 27.6 percent as of February 1, 2023. This week’s viral load of 79,000 gene copies/100 mL is the 29th highest viral load seen in Saskatoon during the pandemic.
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“This level of viral RNA load indicates that SARS-CoV-2 infection in Saskatoon requires continued monitoring,” the report said.
In Prince Albert, levels increased by 86.5 percent in the period through February 1, 2023. The viral load of 14,000 gene copies/100 mL measured this week is the 23rd highest value seen in Prince Albert during the pandemic.
Viral RNA load in North Battleford’s wastewater has been reduced by 33.6 percent by January 30, 2023. According to the report, a viral load of 42,000 gene copies/100 mL measured this week is considered moderate in North Battleford.
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“This concentration is the 41st highest value seen during the pandemic in North Battleford,” the report said.
Wastewater-based epidemiological surveillance for SARS-CoV-2 by University of Saskatchewan (USask) and Global Water Futures researchers in Saskatoon, Prince Albert and North Battleford. This reporting provides early warning of the spread of infection.
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