# Diagnostics on The No Agenda Show

Diagnostics comes up in 16 chapters across 16 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2013 to April 2025.

- **Chapters:** 16
- **Episodes:** 16
- **Discussed:** January 2013 – April 2025
- **Related topics:** [Cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [Pcr Test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-test.md), [Fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [Influenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influenza.md), [Sars-cov-2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars-cov-2.md), [23andme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/23andme.md), [Alex Azar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-azar.md), [Ama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ama.md), [Amgen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amgen.md), [Asymptomatic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asymptomatic.md)

## Chapters 1–16 of 16

### CDC Statistics, Diagnostic Criteria, Intellectual Disability

- **Episode:** [1756: AG Barbie](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie.md)
- **Published:** 2025-04-17
- **Time:** 1:05:58–1:08:47
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1756-ag-barbie/chapter/cdc-statistics-diagnostic-criteria-intellectual-disability.md

NBC News reports that 40% of children identified with autism also have an intellectual disability. Experts interviewed by the network attribute the rising prevalence to broader diagnostic criteria and better detection rather than an actual epidemic. The hosts question why the data being reported is from 2022 rather than more recent years.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), autism spectrum disorder, [genetics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/genetics.md), diagnostic criteria, [nbc news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nbc-news.md)

### Polio Diagnostic Definitions, AMA, Guillain-Barre Syndrome

- **Episode:** [1523: Tank Talk](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk.md)
- **Published:** 2023-01-22
- **Time:** 17:47–20:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1523-tank-talk/chapter/polio-diagnostic-definitions-ama-guillain-barre-syndrome.md

Claims have surfaced that the American Medical Association (AMA) manipulated polio eradication statistics by changing the diagnostic definition of the disease in 1954. By reclassifying paralysis cases as Guillain-Barre syndrome or meningitis, the medical establishment allegedly created an artificial drop in polio numbers. This shift in criteria is compared to modern changes in how COVID-19 cases and deaths are reported.

Keywords: [ama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ama.md), [polio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/polio.md), [guillain-barre syndrome](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/guillain-barre-syndrome.md), diagnostic criteria, [medical history](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-history.md)

### Climate Change Connection, Bogus Testing, CDC Table 3

- **Episode:** [1440: COVID Medley](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1440-covid-medley.md)
- **Published:** 2022-04-07
- **Time:** 1:34:55–1:37:43
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1440-covid-medley/chapter/climate-change-connection-bogus-testing-cdc-table-3.md

The hosts highlight the emerging narrative connecting coronavirus to climate change. A musical segment declares the coronavirus tests "bogus," citing a New York Times report on test sensitivity. The audio references "Table 3" on the CDC website, which reportedly showed that for only 6% of deaths was COVID-19 the sole cause mentioned, suggesting over-counting of virus fatalities.

Keywords: [climate change](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/climate-change.md), influenza tests, [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), table 3, diagnostic tests, bogus

### Infrastructure Bill, Vehicle Kill Switches and DNA Breaches

- **Episode:** [1405: No Shields, No Deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-06
- **Time:** 1:13:07–1:15:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals/chapter/infrastructure-bill-vehicle-kill-switches-and-dna-breaches.md

The U.S. infrastructure bill reportedly contains a provision requiring a "backdoor kill switch" for all new vehicles by 2026. Additionally, the DNA Diagnostic Center (DDC) announced a major data breach affecting millions of records. The hosts warn against the long-term privacy implications of centralized DNA databases and government-mandated vehicle technology.

Keywords: [infrastructure bill](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/infrastructure-bill.md), [kill switch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kill-switch.md), [23andme](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/23andme.md), dna diagnostic center, [privacy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy.md)

### Maria Van Kerkhove, Countermeasures, Therapeutic Regulation

- **Episode:** [1403: In Silico](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1403-in-silico.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-28
- **Time:** 42:43–46:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1403-in-silico/chapter/maria-van-kerkhove-countermeasures-therapeutic-regulation.md

Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove of the WHO officially announced Omicron as a variant of concern. The discussion focuses on her use of the term "countermeasures" and whether the availability of therapeutics legally impacts the Emergency Use Authorization status of vaccines.

Keywords: [maria van kerkhove](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maria-van-kerkhove.md), [who](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/who.md), [therapeutics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/therapeutics.md), [emergency use authorization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-use-authorization.md), [diagnostics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diagnostics.md)

### PCR Test Limitations and the Definition of Sickness

- **Episode:** [1370: Jab Click Share](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-05
- **Time:** 1:01:45–1:06:09
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1370-jab-click-share/chapter/pcr-test-limitations-and-the-definition-of-sickness.md

Scientist Julia Bach explained that the PCR test, while accurate at detecting genomic material, cannot determine if a virus is active or replicating. This reliance on PCR as a "gold standard" has effectively changed the medical definition of being "sick" or "infected" to include asymptomatic individuals. Critics argue that a cell-based assay would be a more appropriate diagnostic tool for determining actual illness.

Keywords: [pcr test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-test.md), alison morrow, julia bach, [amgen](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amgen.md), diagnostic tools

### CDC RT-PCR Test Withdrawal, Influenza Differentiation

- **Episode:** [1369: COVID Roulette](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1369-covid-roulette.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-01
- **Time:** 1:14:48–1:17:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1369-covid-roulette/chapter/cdc-rt-pcr-test-withdrawal-influenza-differentiation.md

The CDC announced the withdrawal of the original 2019 novel coronavirus RT-PCR diagnostic panel, citing the need for tests that can distinguish between influenza and COVID-19. FDA documents reveal that the initial test was developed using in vitro transcribed RNA because quantified virus isolates were unavailable at the time of development.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [pcr test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-test.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [influenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influenza.md), [rna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rna.md), diagnostic panel

### WHO PCR Testing Directive, Cycle Thresholds, and False Positives

- **Episode:** [1304: Ten Days of Darkness](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1304-ten-days-of-darkness.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-19
- **Time:** 28:00–30:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1304-ten-days-of-darkness/chapter/who-pcr-testing-directive-cycle-thresholds-and-false-positives.md

The World Health Organization released a directive regarding the risk of false SARS-CoV-2 results when using RT-PCR reagents. The notice emphasizes that high cycle counts can make it difficult to distinguish between background noise and the actual presence of the virus.

Keywords: [world health organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-health-organization.md), [pcr test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pcr-test.md), [sars-cov-2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars-cov-2.md), [cycle threshold](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cycle-threshold.md), [diagnostics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diagnostics.md)

### At-Home Testing Logistics, Asymptomatic Callback Data

- **Episode:** [1256: White Tears](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1256-white-tears.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-02
- **Time:** 27:53–30:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1256-white-tears/chapter/at-home-testing-logistics-asymptomatic-callback-data.md

A distribution center supervisor reports shipping 50,000 at-home COVID tests directly to patients, questioning the continued necessity of drive-thru testing sites. Separately, a medical interpreter shares that more than half of positive test results are for asymptomatic individuals in their 30s who sought testing because it was free. Elderly patients with positive results are reportedly experiencing symptoms no worse than a runny nose.

Keywords: [at-home tests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/at-home-tests.md), drive-thru testing, [asymptomatic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asymptomatic.md), medical interpreter, diagnostic companies

### COVID-19 Test Specificity, Influenza Cross-Reactivity Claims

- **Episode:** [1236: WhoTube](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1236-whotube.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-26
- **Time:** 10:33–15:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1236-whotube/chapter/covid-19-test-specificity-influenza-cross-reactivity-claims.md

Dr. Deborah Birx provided a mathematical explanation of test specificity, claiming a 99% specific test in a 1% infected population results in a 50% false-positive rate. The interpretation offered is that current tests may fail to distinguish between the common cold, influenza, and COVID-19.

Keywords: [deborah birx](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deborah-birx.md), test specificity, [influenza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/influenza.md), [sars-cov-2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sars-cov-2.md), diagnostic accuracy

### Bill Gates on Global Vaccine Platforms and Funding

- **Episode:** [1231: Mask QR Raid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-09
- **Time:** 50:48–54:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1231-mask-qr-raid/chapter/bill-gates-on-global-vaccine-platforms-and-funding.md

Bill Gates describes his foundation's role in coordinating with pharmaceutical companies, the CDC, and the NIH to develop new vaccine platforms. He blames the current lack of preparedness on personnel cuts within the government and emphasizes that the pandemic is a "trillions of dollars event." Gates positions his foundation alongside national governments as a primary driver of global health policy.

Keywords: [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [nih](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nih.md), vaccine platforms, [global health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/global-health.md), diagnostic capacity

### CDC Testing Sabotage, Robert Redfield and HHS

- **Episode:** [1229: Orange Tongue](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1229-orange-tongue.md)
- **Published:** 2020-04-02
- **Time:** 43:38–46:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1229-orange-tongue/chapter/cdc-testing-sabotage-robert-redfield-and-hhs.md

A report from Sinclair Broadcasting suggests that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) may have misled the White House and the HHS Secretary regarding the development of diagnostic tests. Former HHS official Bill Meeks alleged that the CDC's failure to produce a working test delayed the national response by weeks. The hosts speculate whether this was a bureaucratic error or intentional sabotage by "deep state" technocrats.

Keywords: [cdc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cdc.md), [robert redfield](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-redfield.md), [alex azar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alex-azar.md), [sinclair broadcasting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sinclair-broadcasting.md), [deep state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/deep-state.md), diagnostic tests

### High-Speed Testing Platforms and Data Backlogs

- **Episode:** [1226: Bat's True!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true.md)
- **Published:** 2020-03-22
- **Time:** 17:03–19:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1226-bat-s-true/chapter/high-speed-testing-platforms-and-data-backlogs.md

Dr. Deborah Birx explained that the transition from low-throughput platforms to high-speed private sector testing will cause a dramatic spike in diagnosed cases. This increase is attributed to clearing a backlog of specimens rather than a sudden surge in new infections. Birx warned that the media might use this statistical "slope of the curve" to falsely claim the U.S. situation is worse than Italy's.

Keywords: testing kits, [private sector](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-sector.md), [roche](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/roche.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), [data backlog](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/data-backlog.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [diagnostics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diagnostics.md)

### Windows 10 Creators Update, Privacy Settings and Advertising

- **Episode:** [928: Watergate II](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/928-watergate-ii.md)
- **Published:** 2017-05-11
- **Time:** 5:04
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/928-watergate-ii/chapter/windows-10-creators-update-privacy-settings-and-advertising.md

Microsoft released the Windows 10 Creators Update, prompting users to review new privacy defaults. Analysis of the update reveals that location services and advertising IDs are toggled on by default, while diagnostic data sharing cannot be fully disabled. The system uses an advertising ID to track app usage for "relevant ads," a feature that remains active even if users opt out of personalization.

Keywords: [windows 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/windows-10.md), [microsoft](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/microsoft.md), [privacy settings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/privacy-settings.md), creators update, advertising id, [diagnostics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diagnostics.md)

### Bipolar Disorder Screening, Online Diagnostic Tools

- **Episode:** [794: Party Boat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/794-party-boat.md)
- **Published:** 2016-01-28
- **Time:** 1:31:59–1:40:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/794-party-boat/chapter/bipolar-disorder-screening-online-diagnostic-tools.md

The hosts walk through a bipolar disorder screening survey from Mental Health America. They critique the broad nature of the questions—such as asking about periods of high energy or talkativeness—arguing that nearly anyone could be diagnosed based on such criteria. After completing the test, the host is found to be "polar negative," contrasting with his previous "mild depression" result.

Keywords: [bipolar disorder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bipolar-disorder.md), mental health america, diagnostic survey, [psychiatric drugs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychiatric-drugs.md), self-testing

### ThinPrep System, False Positives in Cancer Screening

- **Episode:** [482: Media Harmonization](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/482-media-harmonization.md)
- **Published:** 2013-01-27
- **Time:** 26:23–31:08
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/482-media-harmonization/chapter/thinprep-system-false-positives-in-cancer-screening.md

The discussion critiques the ThinPrep imaging system for its reported high rate of false positives in cervical cancer screenings. A specific medical encounter is described where a doctor allegedly used vague diagnostic language to pressure a patient into an expensive biopsy. The hosts argue that the current diagnostic framework is designed to maximize revenue through fear-based "pre-cancerous" labeling.

Keywords: thinprep, [cancer screening](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer-screening.md), [false positives](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/false-positives.md), [biopsy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biopsy.md), [medical ethics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medical-ethics.md), [diagnostics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/diagnostics.md)

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