{"id":287,"date":"2020-07-03T16:46:55","date_gmt":"2020-07-03T16:46:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/avignadiagnostics.com\/creating-clarity\/?p=287"},"modified":"2024-04-26T12:16:09","modified_gmt":"2024-04-26T12:16:09","slug":"testing-procedure-for-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/avignadiagnostics.com\/creating-clarity\/testing-procedure-for-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Testing Procedure for COVID-19 and how is it done?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Trending interim testing guidelines for labs and diagnostic centers<\/strong>
\nUnderstanding WHO\u2019s latest protocols<\/p>\n

Lab technicians are continuously being given new guidelines to understand the protocols for Coronavirus symptoms and testing<\/strong><\/a>. With new trials and responses from sick patients testing for COVID-1<\/strong>9 is evolving. As of the second week of May 2020, laboratories are adhering to the procedures to handle patient specimens. There are many different paths of testing. The biggest challenge also lies in screening, PCR and anti-body testing.<\/p>\n

Avigna Labs based in Hyderabad<\/strong> is on the forefront of using the best technology and procedures associated with COVID-19 testing process. Reassuring patients of our capabilities to detect and treat is important. We explain how our skilled technicians do this critical job efficiently.<\/p>\n

Reliable testing crucial to Save Lives<\/h3>\n

Various techniques<\/strong> are being used across the world to detect the symptoms and control the number of patients being affected. Testing for COVID-19<\/strong><\/a> involves PCR tests to check antigens. It does not focus on the immunity response of a suspected patient. Identifying a viral RNA is crucial to know if the virus has entered the body. At this early stage the patient is isolated or quarantined. Diagnostic centers are vital to curb the infections.<\/p>\n

Importance of Detecting Tools<\/h3>\n

With the right tools for detection and testing, the chain can be broken and the rest of the population is safe. At labs, specimen samples can be tested and analyzed thus, reducing the outbreak cycle. Reliable testing is crucial to save lives and ensure more patients recover. WHO is monitoring the latest COVID-19 Testing Process <\/strong><\/a>to issue probable guidelines. In many countries serologic testing and lateral flow assay are used for rapid screening.<\/p>\n

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Sample Collecting Guidelines<\/h3>\n

In many local areas lab technicians have to follow specimen checks and collection of samples. Health care providers are dealing with Coronavirus Symptoms & Testing<\/strong><\/a> with the coordination of diagnostic labs. By choosing the right clinical labs, various other pathogens are being used for evaluation of medical cases. At labs, viral isolation from specimens is not recommended for probable COVID cases. A BSL-3 lab is required for the process. Once detection is done, the specimen collection has to be quick under the guidance of the health care provider.<\/p>\n

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Will the swab test be useful?<\/h3>\n

Bosch has designed swab tests which offer results in two and half hours. In India, the Coronavirus Symptoms & Testing<\/strong><\/a> is largely confined to a coughing check and running temperature as provided by the latest ICMR reports. According to this apex body in the country, nearly 25 lakh primary tests have been conducted. According to WHO<\/strong><\/a>, the swab tests are an early detection technique that can be adopted along with low respiratory tract specimens.<\/p>\n

Safety of Handling Specimens<\/h3>\n

Telangana has some of the best diagnostic centers<\/strong><\/a> where early testing has been beneficial. Compared to the rest of India, the containment of the virus is better as facilities and healthcare providers are vigilant. Lab technicians ensure the 6 feet distance when collecting samples for the control of the infection. They have the PPE to keep themselves safe so that they can take care of the other patients.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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