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What Coronavirus Test Results Do — And Don't — Mean

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Understanding Antigen and PCR COVID-19 Testing

This chapter explores the key differences between antigen and PCR tests for COVID-19, focusing on their respective benefits and drawbacks. It emphasizes the importance of timing for accurate testing outcomes and the likelihood of false negatives shortly after exposure.

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