Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
COVID test query
Hello,
I am extremely confused about covid tests. Should I get a Rapid antigen test done? I have heard there are other rapid test also done - Rapid antibodies test?! Or should I go for RTPCR test?
Answers (4)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Best test for diagnosis of covid is covid19 rtpcr
If not available you can go for rapid antigen test
antibody test is done after covid 19 infection for knowing the antibody status developed during covid
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+124
Dr. Raja Kaamil
Gastroenterologist
7 yrs exp
Delhi
RTPCR or Rapid will be better.. but only of you have symptoms.. else do not do it.. you may test negative now but you can be positive after 72 hours..
So, take all precautions and forget about testing as of now..
Next Steps
Hrct is unnecessarily.. it has radiation exposure..
Health Tips
Stay happy and do not worry unecessarily
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shaikh Huzaif
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Rapid antigen test and RT-PCR tests are for diagnosing covid infection. Antibody test is usually done to test whether you have developed antibodies against covid virus i.e. if you have developed immunity against covid virus which is seen some days after covid infection or after vaccination
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Antbodies test might be not give you good reults as in early stage
Next Steps
Rtpcr or rapid antigen
Health Tips
Can go for hrct if possible
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.