The COVID-19 saliva test developed by Honolulu- based Oceanit Laboratories is weeks away from federal emergency use authorization, with an application heading to the Food and Drug Administration by the end of the month.

Oceanit is also a semifinalist in the the global XPRIZE Rapid Covid Testing competition for a $5 million purse. Another benefit for everyone would be having a quick test available here for tourism retests, schools and other urgent needs. And the $5-$20 per-test cost would be a nice prize, too.