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The Importance of Confirmatory COVID Tests
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Confirmatory antigen or RT-PCR tests are recommended to increase accuracy and avoid false positive results in COVID-19 testing. Immediate testing with a different method is crucial for positive cases to prevent transmission.
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The process of taking a COVID-19 test involves putting a buffer onto a paper strip test which has material from the swab, and then seeing one line form for a positive result and two lines form for a negative result.
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COVID-19
Summary
The process of taking a COVID-19 test involves putting a buffer onto a paper strip test which has material from the swab, and then seeing one line form for a positive result and two lines form for a negative result.
ChapterThe Importance of Confirmatory COVID Tests
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The RNA-based detect test is highly accurate in detecting COVID-19 compared to antigen tests, but to rule out false positives, it is recommended to use an orthogonal test.
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COVID-19
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The RNA-based detect test is highly accurate in detecting COVID-19 compared to antigen tests, but to rule out false positives, it is recommended to use an orthogonal test. When someone tests positive, it is important to perform a follow-up test to confirm the result.