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CT Scan and D Dimer
Our family(me, wife, son) tested postive by RT PCR. Taking treatment.
But do we need to take CT scan and other blood tests like D Dimer if yes, what was the right time
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Better do baseline blood test for covid and then consult physician
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Hi,
There is no evidence of requirement of a CT scan in a patient of covid pneumonia .
It's meticulous advised by doctors in inpatient population as an adjunct to the ongoing treatment.
Similarly blood tests too don't change the course of treatment . They are a prognostication tools.
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stay positive ,take medication, isolate and aware about the disease
Don't panic.
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look out for oxygen levels .inform SOS is it's below 90-92 on room air.
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Depends on the symptoms if they persist beyond 5 days you should go for blood tests
And CT if condition seme to.worsen.....Beyond day 7 or day 8 of symptoms...
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stay in touch with a doctor
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Dr. Suman Sarangi
General Physician
West Medinipur
Blood tests to be done first
Next according to your symptoms and
O2 saturation
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Consult me
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