The Telegraph
Going on the offensive against COVID-19 will require knowing more about who has had the disease, perhaps without showing symptoms. To that end, new tests have been developed and are being perfected. Most seem to rely on detecting antibodies the body produces to fight and often, defeat certain illnesses.
Many of us would like to know whether the coronavirus has invaded our bodies without displaying symptoms. There are various reasons for desiring that knowledge, including whether we may be imperiling others by serving as carriers for COVID-19. And, as we attempt to jump-start the economy, the information may be critical.
Self-diagnosis kits – think pregnancy tests, for example – are common. They are being marketed for COVID-19. More than 70 companies have notified federal regulators they plan to offer coronavirus antibody tests.
Many of the tests do not need to be administered by health care professionals. Pricking one’s finger, drawing a droplet of blood and rubbing it on a test strip may do the trick.
But will the test you are thinking of ordering from XYZ Company be accurate? Good question.
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