COVID-19 Imaging Findings Flashcards
1
Q
The definitive test for SARS-CoV-2
A
Real time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) or swab test
2
Q
Common laboratory findings of COVID patients
A
Decreased lymphocyte count, increased CRP
3
Q
When is the best time to get the PCR/swab test?
A
Day 5 to 8
4
Q
A test that is very specific but has lower sensitivity of 65-95%
A
PCR
5
Q
Test that is highly sensitive but lower specificity
A
CT
6
Q
Findings of a chest CT in a COVID patient
A
Ground glass opacity, crazy pavings, vascular dilation, traction bronchiectasis, subpleural bands and architectural distortion
7
Q
The most common finding in COVID-19 infection
A
Ground glass opacity
