What is the Sero test Is it helpful in detecting corona?
Serological tests are used to investigate for those antibodies and help diagnose immunodeficiency disorders. It also helps in detecting corona.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
No, nasal or throat swab is taken to test for Covid 19. However, blood can be drawn if one wants to test for antibodies.
If you are testing for Covid 19 then RT PCR is better than RTK.
Sometimes antibodies are made against the body's own tissues. For this, serology tests are used to investigate for those antibodies and help diagnose certain immune system disorders such as autoimmune disorders and immunodeficiency disorders. Serology tests are also used to determine a person's blood or tissue type.
To do a COVID-19 antibody test, typically a phlebotomist takes a blood sample. It's taken by a finger prick or by drawing blood from a vein in your arm. Then the sample goes to a lab for investigation whether you have developed antibodies against the COVID-19 virus. You can now order the test from Apollo24/7 Lab Test.
Covid 19 RTPCR, SARS- CoV-2
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