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Are the tests used in [1] (real-time RT-PCR) the same? The false negative reported several times from the same patient is interesting, but may be more due to t
by velosol 7y ago
Are the tests used in [1] (real-time RT-PCR) the same?
The false negative reported several times from the same patient is interesting, but may be more due to testing source (upper respiratory fluid vs. sputum or lower respiratory sources or blood).
[1]: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/6/20-0299_article https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/26/6/20-0299_article
- entee 7y agoYes, the "q" is often used instead of "real-time" to avoid confusion with RT, which can also be "reverse transcriptase". RT in these cases is the enzyme that converts RNA to DNA.