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A critical part of Kaufman's argument revolves around the diagnostic methodologies used to identify the SARS-CoV-2 virus. He critiques the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, which is widely used for detecting COVID-19, by highlighting the absence of a gold standard—meaning that the viral particles themselves were never adequately purified and identified prior to testing. Instead, the tests amplify genetic material, leading to potential false positives due to contamination or other variable factors.