Common Cold May Trigger Positive COVID-19 Antibody Test

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By Dr. Mercola

Right now, there are three types of COVID-19 tests:1

  • Molecular — Also known as a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test, this test detects whether genetic material of the virus is present in the sample collected from your throat or sputum (the back of your sinuses)
  • Antigen — This test, sometimes referred to as “rapid test,” detects viral proteins
  • Antibody — Also known as a serology test, it detects the presence of antibodies in your blood

The first two, molecular and antigen, are so-called “viral tests” that detect active …read more

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