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Name MRS.SHAMIM TAHIR Report ID 191022544 Report Date 25-07-2020

M.R No Rec # 2007023682 Report Time 07:03:06 PM
Age / Sex 72 Year / Female Lab No COV-1331 Print Date 25-07-2020
Location Sample Date 25-07-2020 Print Time 6:59:20PM
Reference OUT-SIDE Sample Time: 01:29:10 PM

MOLECULAR PATHOLOGY
TEST Result
SARS COV-2(COVID-19) RNA PCR (HOME SAMPLING)

SARS COV-2(COVID-19) RNA PCR (HOME SAMPLING) NOT DETECTED

Specimen: NASAL SWAB

Principles: SARS-COV-2 PCR is a Qualitative test. The viral RNA is isolated and Reverse transcribed into cDNA
and amplified using specific Primer Probes for ORF lab and the specific conserved sequence of
coding nucleo-capsid protein N gene.
Internal control is co-amplified to avoid false negative result.

Comments:
1. Clinical Correlation is highly recommended in case of Positive/Negative result.
2. One or more negative results do not rule out the possibility of SARS-COV-2 virus infection.
3. A number of factors could lead to negative result in an infected individual including,
· Poor Quality of specimen, containing little patient material.
· The Specimen was collected late or very early in the infection.
· The Specimen was not handled and shipped appropriately.
· Technical reasons inherent in the test, e.g. Virus Mutations in Primer Probe target region.
4. If a negative result is obtained from a patient with a high index of suspicion for SARS-COV-2 virus
infection, particularly when only upper respiratory tract specimens were collected, additional
specimens, including from lower respiratory tract if possible, should be collected and tested.
5. The viral genes targeted can vary from lab to lab (The viral genes targeted so far include the
N, E, S and RdRP genes).

INFECTION CONTROL MEASURES FOR PREVENTION OF COVID 19

1. Use Face mask at all times
2. Keep your hands clean by using soap and water or sanitizer.
3. Maintain social distancing at least 6 feet apart

Remarks :

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