Report 2031129692 1
Report 2031129692 1
Note:
ICMR recommended kits are used for reporting. All the positive cases will be notified to ICMR for further
surveillance.
Clinical correlation with patient history, radiology findings and co-infection with other virus infection is necessary to
be determined especially in cases with Borderline positive Ct values.
Borderline positive cases (Ct Value >30) may give variable results on repeat testing. The possible reasons could be the
variations in kits and instruments used.
Limitations:
Optimum specimen types and timing of peak viral levels during infections caused by 2019-nCOV have not been
determined. Collection of multiple specimens (Types & Time points) may be necessary in view of suspected clinical
history. The repeat specimen may be considered after a gap of 2-4 days after the collection of first specimen for
additional testing if required. (other respiratory pathogens)
Negative results do not preclude SARS - CoV - 2 infection and should not be used as the sole basis for patient
management decisions.
This test is a qualitative assay and does not quantify viral load. Various host factors, viral factors, variability in
sample collection / site and techniques used by the laboratories can affect Ct values. Therefore, Ct values are not an
absolute indication of viral load and should be interpreted with caution.
References:
Dr.SHAMLA KULKARNI
MD (PATH)
Consultant Pathologist
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