Rapid genome sequencing is key to determining how long delta has been in NZ

We knew the delta variant would eventually arrive in Aotearoa, but real-time sequencing, which produces full genomes from positive cases in less than 12 hours, will ensure the lockdown is as short and effective as possible.

source https://medicalxpress.com/news/2021-08-rapid-genome-sequencing-key-delta.html