testing for covid 19 Flashcards

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what are the 2 types of tests to detect covid 19

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PCR and RDT

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process of detecting covid with pcr

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sample collection, gene amplification/analysis, result check
takes over 4hrs
more sensitive test

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prcoess of detecting covid with RDT

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sample collection, rapid diagnostic test, result check

takes less than 20min

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