I am 5 months pregnant. Today, my husband and I got RTPCR tests done, my report is negative, and his is positive. I am experiencing symptoms like loss of taste and smell. Should I repeat the test? I also had a previous rapid test, which was negative. What should I do next?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
Fellowship in critical care medicine
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Repeat RTPCR and monitor vitals. Rapid tests are less sensitive. If symptoms worsen, do Chest Xray with shielding and CRP, CBC, D Dimer.

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