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Is a false positive worse than a false negative?
Is a false positive worse than a false negative?
Is a false positive worse than a false negative?
False negative can cause the infection to spread unknowingly hence it is worse than false positive.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Related Questions
What is false-negative in coronavirus tests?
False negative is when you have an active Covid 19 infection but your results show that you dont have an infection. This is referred to as false negative test.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
How can you tell if a virus is a false positive?
One cannot tell until and unless there has been a repeat test which has given a false result
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Can a nasal swab test disrupt the blood brain barrier?
No it doesnt distrub the blood brain barrier
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What do you mean by False positive?
False positive is when you dont have an active infection but your results show that you have an infection. This is referred to as false positive.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
How does the new Covid self-testing kit work?
The kit is an in vitro diagnostic test intended for qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 antigen from human nasal samples. This test is authorised to be used by Individuals with symptoms for COVID-19 for Self-Testing at Home.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Covid 19 RTPCR With Home Collection
Covid 19 RTPCR, SARS- CoV-2
- Reports: Within 24 Hrs
- No preparation required