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What is meant by antigen positive in the Covid 19 test?

What is meant by antigen positive in the Covid 19 test?

A positive test indicates antigen from the COVID-19 virus was detected and you are possibly infected with Covid 19 infection.

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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Why can we not rely on Covid antibody tests?

There are very rare breakthrough infections which have been reported by testing.

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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What are some critical facts about Covid-19 antibody testing?

COVID-19 antibody tests are not recommended for diagnosing active infection with the COVID-19 virus. Therefore, this test is not suitable if you have symptoms and suspect you may be currently infected with the COVID-19 virus

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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Why is it a necessity to get antibody testing for COVID-19?

Like many other viruses, it's been shown to evade host immunity, particularly newer variants. Recent studies showed it can interfere with immune cells ability to detect it within cells

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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What is the COVID19 antibody test?

Antibody testing is usually done to see whether you had COVID-19 in the past and now have antibodies against the virus that causes COVID-19 . A test to diagnose COVID-19 determines if you currently have the virus that causes COVID-19

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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Why do we need antigen and antibody tests for COVID?

These tests help us detect and determine how well our body is responding to invaders such as viruses etc

Last updated on 27 Apr 2023

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