Is there a test for the SARS-COV-2 virus?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

General Practitioner

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AFIH
Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
Fellowship in critical care medicine
10+ Yrs

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Yes, there is RT PCR test which can detect SARS COV 2 Viruses.

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Answered 24/07/2025

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