Antibody tests sold to exaggerate functionality

Little Rock-Arkansas is gradually opening its doors and life is slowly returning to normal, but Arkansas is looking for ways to protect not only their families, but also their neighbors and friends during the reconnection. Antibody or serologic tests may be a useful resource for identifying asymptomatic individuals who have, or may have, recovered from COVID-19 but who have never been tested. I am. However, according to the Office of the Attorney General of Arkansas, antibody testing in the market, which claims to accurately determine antibodies, may exaggerate the test’s ability to diagnose COVID-19.

“Arkansas are becoming thoughtful in reconnecting with their loved ones, but they also consider the risks to the most vulnerable population,” Attorney General Rutridge said in a news release. “An unfounded allegation of a COVID-19-related test will identify and prosecute anyone trying to use Arkansas during a pandemic.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Serologic test results are limited and not an ideal tool for diagnosing sick people. Depending on when they were infected and when they were tested, Antibodies may not be detected in. Currently infected with COVID-19. “

The Attorney General’s office has released these tips for use by Arkansas when considering antibody testing:

• Antibody testing should not be used to diagnose current COVID-19 afflictions. If you suspect active COVID-19, please contact your healthcare provider.

• Most health insurance pays for the COVID-19 test if a person has symptoms or is exposed.

• Don’t believe in vaccinations or drug propaganda to prevent or treat COVID-19, which is not recommended by the CDC or your healthcare provider.

• Testing must be performed by a health care professional. There are no approved or reliable takeaway antibody tests.

• Do not disclose personal or financial information to strangers or disclose it on strange websites or social media. It may lead to the theft or fraud of personal information.

“You can’t get more accurate tests or keep you safe from COVID-19, even if you pay a lot of money,” said the release.

800-482-8982, call the Attorney General’s office by email oag@ArkansasAG.gov For more information, please visit http://www.ArkansasAG.gov.

Society on May 17, 2020