What is Covid 19 RT PCR test?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

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Answered 24/07/2025

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