Which test is better?

PCR tests are costly and slow but slightly more accurate

Antigen tests are cheaper and faster, but slightly less accurate

Either test can diagnose active COVID. Antigen tests are gaining edge as they’re faster,cheaper and can easily be repeated if needed more

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Bhadra Saraswati (Pandit)

Thanks. What is the source of this info? And do you know how accurate they are? Because there are a lot of conflicting info out there and the correct source will clear any doubts. more

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Swadesh Bhargava

Useful information. Thanks more

Aug 31

Satya Pal Ratti

Is the choice in the hands of the patient or of the doctor? more

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Alokekumar Das (Sr. TC /Metro Railway /calcutta now retired )

We area poor. So antigen is favour of all. more

Aug 31

AA JOSE

Thanks for information sharing post. more

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