Why do we need an antibody test for COVID-19 and how to INTERPRET test result?– Diazyme
The current model of testing is the swab test that detects the presence of the RNA of the COVID-19. Antibody Test (serum test) shows IgM (Immunoglobulin M) becomes detectable. The typical quarantine time frame of 14 days from day 7 after the exposure to day 21 after the exposure vs IgG (Immunoglobulin G) started to appear 14 days after the exposure and remains in the blood and provides long-term immunity (antibody). Please take a look at the chart in the middle of this article.
The phlebotomist said 30% those tested have antibody – Chicago City Wire
