COVID-19 RT-PCR Testing in San Diego CA - Covid Clinic

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COVID-19 RT-PCR
Testing in San Diego, CA
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What Are The Different Types Of Tests To
Diagnose Covid?
-PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) Test These are
sent to the lab for diagnosis. The PCR test is
the gold standard test for diagnosing
coronavirus 19 because its the most accurate
and reliable test. -LFT (Lateral Flow Test)
These can diagnose COVID- 19 on the spot, but
are not as accurate as of the PCR
test. -Antibody Test These dont diagnose if you
have an active infection, but tell you if you
have had it in the past and/or if you have
immunity to COVID-19.
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Why Is RT-PCR Test Important?
A PCR test is one of the most common methods to
evaluate genetic material from an organism and
can be used in a wide variety of ways. The test
is very effective because the DNA of a virus or
bacteria will break down in high heat, and it
can be identified by which enzyme does this
breaking.
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Reasons To Get A RT-PCR Test
-If you have had symptoms for COVID-19. -If you
have been around someone for more than 15- 20
minutes who have tested positive. Results
availability after PCR test As early as 24
hours Advantages of PCR testing Most accurate
reliable detection of COVID-19
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Why Is A PCR Test Of Gold Standard?
PCR testing is a powerful tool to detect viral
pathogens. But the detection of specific viral
targets may vary depending on the amount of
viral DNA present in the sample. Researchers are
constantly monitoring the emergence of new
strains and will continue to develop new assays
to keep pace with the virus.
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What Do Your
Test Results Mean?

• -Positive Highly likely you have COVID-19.
  Symptoms include fever and muscle aches but
  severe symptoms are rare. If you exhibit any of
  these signs please go see your doctor for
  treatment immediately!
• -Negative For many people, it's not a big deal
  if they don't have COVID-19. The CDC estimates
  that around 2 of the population has been
  infected with this virus, and you might want to
  get tested for just in case!
• You can find a Covid CLinic Testing Lab Near you
  right here in San Diego.
• If you test positive, consult your doctors, stay
  home and isolate yourself from others. If you
  test negative, continue to take the precautions
  and stay safe!

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