A false negative result means a test gives a false report when the patient has a positive COVID. For example, a rapid antigen home base test will likely provide a false negative result.
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I took the lateral flow COVID test eight times, and only one showed positive. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I carried out lateral flow tests regularly for COVID-19. Over the last few weeks my family has stayed at home for the holidays. Yesterday morning I did a positive test. I have since then tested myself 8 times and all are negative. I have no symptoms, I think the first test was a false pos... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. This can be false positive. There is no need to worry if you are asymptomatic. I hope this helps. Thank you. Read Full »
My rapid antigen and PCR tests were negative after 48 hours of positive COVID PCR test. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I received a positive result from a COVID PCR test and then received a negative result from a rapid antigen and a PCR test two days later. I have had no symptoms. Can I reasonably assume that I am COVID-free? Kindly give your opinion. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. Sorry for such mixed results. First test COVID PCR (polymerase chain reaction) positive followed by negative result by rapid antigen testing (RAT) and COVID PCR after two days. In your case, two different molecular testing platforms were used tha... Read Full »
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