Speed matters
In the first 5 days of symptoms, the sensitivity of the antigen test is high - a positive result is immediately reliable, isolation and treatment begin immediately. Negative in a bright clinic is rechecked by PCR. For planned hospitalizations at the clinic, the test is performed directly upon registration.
When is it appointed?
- ARVI symptoms during the season - rapid separation of flows;
- hospitalization and operations - as required;
- contact with a sick person;
- assessment of post-vaccination/post-infectious immunity (antibodies).
Three questions - three tests
Express antigen answers “am I contagious now” in 20 minutes (maximum accuracy in the first days of symptoms); PCR is the most sensitive “is there a virus” standard for hospitalizations; IgG/IgM antibodies evaluate the immune signature of a vaccination or disease. The choice of test is determined by the task - the doctor or administrator will advise you when making an appointment.
