Antigen Test and related queries
Frequently Asked Questions
Can RT PCR test tell if you had Covid in the past?
No they cannot tell if you have covid 19 in the past. One can do an antibody test
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What is the cost of a coronavirus test in India?
The cost ranges from 800 to 1200 rupees
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Which COVID 19 info should we believe?
WHO, CDC and NHS
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Should we stop the testing for Covid19?
Not until the infection has gone down
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Does India have enough tests for COVID-19?
Yes India is well equipped to test for Covid 19 infections
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Is the coronavirus test free?
No, the coronavirus test is charegeable
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Why is covid testing important for public health?
It is important for public health because it helps in detection and prevention of Covid 19 infections
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How can you describe the polymerase chain reaction?
Polymerase chain reaction also known as PCR is a laboratory technique for rapidly producing millions to billions of copies of a specific segment of DNA, which can then be used to detect DNA and RNA.
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Can a PCR test be wrong?
Chances are very rare that a PCR test can go wrong
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What are the side effects of RT PCR test?
A PCR test for COVID-19 is a test used to diagnose people infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. It has no side effects.
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What is the difference between a rapid and a PCR test?
Rapid test cannot detect small amounts of virus. Wherease the PCR test can detect even small amount of virus and results in lesser chances of false negatives.
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How do COVID PCR testing kits 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.
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How accurate is the PCR test?
PCR tests are 99% accurate
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Can an omicron be detected by the PCR test?
Yes
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Is it necessary to get regular covid-19 testing every week?
No, it is not nesscary to get a Covid 19 infection testing every week.
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Why would a PCR test be inconclusive?
A PCR test can be inconclusive if the sample given is not enough or the person is close to recovery or has an early infection. In this case, one needs to wait for 48 hours and give the sample again for assesment.
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Why could COVID-19 be detected only by PCR?
This is because Covid 19 infection has RNA which can be only detected in PCR.
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Does the PCR test work?
Yes, the PCR test works
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How does the PCR work for detecting Covid-19?
For a virus like the COVID-19 virus to be detected early in the body using real time RT PCR, scientists need to convert the RNA to DNA. This is a process called 'reverse transcription
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Why are there so few COVID-19 tests available?
RT PCR tests can be done only in labs. Hence, fewer tests. If you suspect of having Covid 19 infection then get a test done from Apollo24/7 Lab Test.
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What is the accuracy of rapid antigen tests?
They are 95% accurate. Buy one now from Apollo 247
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How visible does the line on a rapid covid test have to be?
It has to be visible enough to show two lines.
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What could cause a false positive on a COVID-19 rapid test?
Rarely it could cause a false positive if you have not done the test correctly.
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How accurate is the rapid Covid test kit CoviSelf?
It is very accurate. You can buy one now from Apollo24/7 Lab Test.
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What is the rapid antigen detection test?
Rapid antigen tests for diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection is a key element of COVID-19 prevention and detection.
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What are rapid covid tests?
The use of rapid antigen tests for diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 infection is a key element of COVID-19 prevention and detection.
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How accurate are the Covid-19 antigen rapid tests?
They are quite accurate
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How does a rapid antigen detection test for COVID-19 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.
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What is the antigen test for Covid-19?
RT PCR is the standard test for Covid 19
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