A scientist explains Covid-19 genomic testing

Genomic sequencing is still underway to help trace the source of the most recent outbreak. Scientists at the Institute of Environmental Science and Research have been analysing the genome sequencing of all positive Covid-19 cases it has received The most recent outbreak is closely linked to the UK and no links have yet been found with the full sequences obtained from cases in managed isolation and quarantine facilities. The ESR's medical director Dr Virginia Hope speaks to Māni Dunlop.