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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 05 May 2023
Related Questions
Can a nasal swab test disrupt the blood brain barrier?
No it doesnt distrub the blood brain barrier
Last updated on 05 May 2023
What does a covid test feel like? Does it hurt?
It feels like a pinch while extracting the sample. Not very painful
Last updated on 05 May 2023
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 05 May 2023
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 05 May 2023
COVID 19 RT PCR WITH HOME COLLECTION
Covid 19 RTPCR, SARS- CoV-2
- Reports: Within 24 Hrs
- No preparation required