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ICMR recommends antibody test for speedy detection of coronavirus cases

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in its interim advisory has recommended the use of the rapid antibody test in the country's coronavirus hotspots

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Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) workers carry out fumigation in city center Lalchowk during nationwide lockdown as a preventive measure against the spread of the coronavirus | Photo: ANI

Press Trust of India New Delhi
To ensure speedy detection of coronavirus cases, those residing in Covid-19 hotspots or areas which have reported large numbers of cases may have to undergo a rapid antibody blood test for the viral infection.

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in its interim advisory has recommended the use of the rapid antibody test in the country's coronavirus hotspots. The decision for the recommendation was taken at an emergency meeting of the National Task Force, formed to deal with the health crisis, held on Thursday.

"Population in hotspot areas may be tested using rapid antibody test. Antibody positives to be confirmed by
Topics : Coronavirus