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Why could COVID-19 be detected only by PCR?
Why could COVID-19 be detected only by PCR?
Why could COVID-19 be detected only by PCR?
This is because Covid 19 infection has RNA which can be only detected in PCR.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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Should we stop the testing for Covid19?
Not until the infection has gone downLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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 transcriptionLast updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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.Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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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.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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COVID 19 RT PCR WITH HOME COLLECTION
Covid 19 RTPCR, SARS- CoV-2
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