From 19th April he was suffering from fever. Test report shows COVID 19 positive and CRP 12. Fever lasted for 3 days and then became normal. He was having no smell but is now improving. It has been almost 17 days. Does he require RT PCR test or any other test to be done? Can he now live normally? Please advise.

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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No RT PCR is needed if hes symptom free after 17 days. CRP 12 suggests mild inflammation, which can persist briefly. He can resume normal activities with precautions. Antibody testing is optional, not mandatory.

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