Quantitude S3E16: Your COVID Rapid Test Result: Are You Positive You're Positive?
Jan 18, 2022
Exploring the sensitivity and specificity of COVID rapid tests, the hosts dive into the utility of test accuracy info with witty anecdotes. From escape rooms to Bayesian theorem, they breakdown concepts like positive and negative predicted values while discussing personal experiences and holiday season adventures.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Holiday Adventures in Probability
02:02 • 19min
Understanding COVID Test Accuracy: Sensitivity, Specificity, and Bayesian Theorem
20:41 • 13min
Analyzing COVID Rapid Test Result Probabilities and Test Performance Details
33:58 • 3min
Interpreting COVID Rapid Test Results and Statistical Principles
36:47 • 6min
Farewell, Merchandise, Sponsor Ads, and Personal Anecdote
42:19 • 2min