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Post by used2scrap on Apr 21, 2020 15:07:28 GMT
Not at this point, as both the accuracy of the test and whether or not having antibodies translates into immunity are both still in question.
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Post by huskermom98 on Apr 21, 2020 15:07:50 GMT
I would. I too was sick in early February with some "knock you down, fever, heavy chest, cough, etc." virus. I'm not claiming that it was the coronavirus, but I'm not going to rule it out either.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Apr 21, 2020 15:11:01 GMT
not answering your original question, but I did read an article (probably was linked here, somewhere) that in Europe, they're starting to notice that they have been seeing people with a rash / red spots on their feet and toes that could be an early indicator of COVID-19. So dermatological issues don't sound out of the realm of possibility.
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Post by pjaye on Apr 21, 2020 15:12:07 GMT
I haven't been unwell so far through any of this, so right now I wouldn't have any sort of test.
If I had recent cold/flu type symptoms and they'd gone, then I think curiosity would get the better of me and I'd probably get an antibody test. However I would check which tests were being used and how accurate they are.
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Post by Basket1lady on Apr 21, 2020 15:32:39 GMT
My first instinct was YES! To be a help in the study, to go out and work in a food bank or as a personal shopper, and to remove the fear that I live with (I am part of the high risk if exposed category).
But I would want it certified to be accurate and I would want to know how the test is being done.
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Post by pjaye on Apr 21, 2020 15:41:55 GMT
I would want to know how the test is being done. If they are looking at antibodies, I'd assume it would be some sort of blood sample. whether or not having antibodies translates into immunity They aren't going to know that for some time and the more people who have an antibody test, then the more information they will have to be able to find that out. That will be part of the reason for the testing at this stage, firstly to find out how many people have antibodies - to get more data on how many people may have had it and been relatively symptom free, not needed treatment etc, and part 2 will be of all the people who have antibodies...do any of them get sick with the virus again? how often? How soon? etc. They have to collect the data before you can get the answers to that question.
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Post by likescarrots on Apr 21, 2020 15:46:16 GMT
Right now I would not because I'm 95% sure I haven't been exposed. If it was more likely that I could have been exposed or had any symptoms, I would absolutely pay to be tested.
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Post by QueenoftheSloths on Apr 21, 2020 15:58:34 GMT
Aside from the price, I don't know what having that information would do for me. If there was more knowledge about the virus, that would be different. But right now, no one seems to know if having antibodies means you are now immune or just that you had it. Even if it did mean you are immune, no one knows how long that immunity would last. Plus wouldn't your whole household need to be tested before you could relax whatever preventative measures you are currently taking?
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Post by giatocj on Apr 21, 2020 16:08:49 GMT
I would, if the tests were plentiful. I was sick with something upper respiratory in February. It was the sickest I have ever been. It hung on for two weeks, and I also an atypical body rash for two days. I had chicken pox as a child. It did not look like scarlet fever. When I read some doctors are noting dermatology changes with COVID 19, I wonder now if I had a mild form. I did have a flu shot last October. Same here. I was sick in February with the worst "illness" I've ever had. It lasted for 10 days and seems pretty symptomatic of Covid after seeing the list of symptoms. Another of my coworkers had it at the same time as I did and we often wonder if that's what it was...it was brutal.
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Post by needmysanity on Apr 21, 2020 16:38:15 GMT
I would send my husband for sure. He was really sick in February, ended up in the hospital and they said he had pneumonia. I still think he was one of the early California people that got it and was undetected.
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Post by used2scrap on Apr 21, 2020 16:40:21 GMT
I would want to know how the test is being done. If they are looking at antibodies, I'd assume it would be some sort of blood sample. whether or not having antibodies translates into immunity They aren't going to know that for some time and the more people who have an antibody test, then the more information they will have to be able to find that out. That will be part of the reason for the testing at this stage, firstly to find out how many people have antibodies - to get more data on how many people may have had it and been relatively symptom free, not needed treatment etc, and part 2 will be of all the people who have antibodies...do any of them get sick with the virus again? how often? How soon? etc. They have to collect the data before you can get the answers to that question. Sure. And I’d need to know if a $100 test being offered is accurate and going to be part of any valuable data and a broader research strategy or is just a company out to make some quick bucks off COVID 19. And how would I make that determination right now?
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Post by peabay on Apr 21, 2020 16:44:09 GMT
Only when I know they are reliable. Then? In a heartbeat.
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Post by Darcy Collins on Apr 21, 2020 16:44:59 GMT
When I have confidence the test is accurate absolutely. The percentage of asymptomatic people is just so high in several studies (Boston homeless center and air craft carrier), I think that many more people have had it and have no idea.
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Post by epeanymous on Apr 21, 2020 16:46:07 GMT
Hell yeah.
I haven’t seen my elderly parents in six weeks and had to stop going to my dad’s cancer appointments. If I knew I already had and recovered from the virus, I could see them without worrying I would kill them.
ETA: I live in Seattle, took public transit, and have what is usually a high-people-contact job. I was in hospitals a lot with my dad in February. I have a colleague who likely had it. I was also pretty sick for about a week in February. I think it is more likely than not that I have not had it, but I had ample opportunities for exposure.
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Post by LisaDV on Apr 21, 2020 17:24:33 GMT
If I had the $100 to spend, actually if I had the $400 to spend, because everyone in the family would get tested.
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Post by Dallie on Apr 21, 2020 18:10:10 GMT
Since there is no proof that exposure/contracting =immunity, I do not see the point.
For me...if I had $100 extra dollars lying around, I could sure find better ways to spend it than satisfying curiosity.
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Post by dewryce on Apr 21, 2020 18:12:07 GMT
I’ve read that people who had recovered from this virus are showing up positive again after they had thought they were better. Is it a second case of it or has the original infecting virus gone through a reemergence and infecting you again? I wouldn’t be relying on a test yet at this point. I’d prefer to wait until more is known about this virus. It seems to keep doing unexpected things. This is where I am with my thinking as well.
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Post by PLurker on Apr 21, 2020 18:19:06 GMT
Yes. A friend (a nurse) and I were just talking about this. We caught some virus at/after a scrapping weekend in February. Then I passed it to my son.
I'm somewhat doubtful it was Covid19 but if it was it would give me peace of mind, as I'm immunosuppressed, knowing we survived even though immunity in question.
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Post by littlemama on Apr 21, 2020 18:50:32 GMT
Since there is no evidence about immunity after exposure, I might do it as a curiosity, but I wouldn't change my behavior until more is known.
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Post by pattyraindrops on Apr 21, 2020 18:55:50 GMT
This group is purposely offering tests to track exposure and build a model for the state - so the tests are available. Hopefully they are also accurate. I think I will do it. I presume this will be a blood test. I'll head over there this afternoon and see what I can find out. Thanks! Are you sure they will tell you the results? My sister told me of one where IF they told you the results it wouldn't be for several months. I've found that to be the case with lots of studies I have looked at.
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Post by ellaknits on Apr 21, 2020 19:25:45 GMT
The update was that the Virology lab at UW is processing the tests, so I feel pretty comfortable with the results - which should come in 2 days. Insurance paid, and it was pretty fast.
If any interest, I'll post when I hear.
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Post by maryannscraps on Apr 21, 2020 21:18:41 GMT
I would totally have done it too, if it helps researchers studying this virus. I'm glad your insurance covered it.
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Post by papersilly on Apr 21, 2020 21:38:28 GMT
No.
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Post by ellaknits on Apr 21, 2020 21:54:22 GMT
This group is purposely offering tests to track exposure and build a model for the state - so the tests are available. Hopefully they are also accurate. I think I will do it. I presume this will be a blood test. I'll head over there this afternoon and see what I can find out. Thanks! Are you sure they will tell you the results? My sister told me of one where IF they told you the results it wouldn't be for several months. I've found that to be the case with lots of studies I have looked at. That's interesting, I hadn't heard about that. I don't know, I guess I'll find out soon! The information sheet they gave me said they'd send me the link to the patient portal within one business day, so we'll see.
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on Apr 21, 2020 22:28:16 GMT
Are you in the Seattle area? I would probably take the test, knowing full well it may not be accurate.
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Post by ellaknits on Apr 21, 2020 22:43:17 GMT
Are you in the Seattle area? I would probably take the test, knowing full well it may not be accurate. Idaho.
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Post by breetheflea on Apr 21, 2020 22:45:45 GMT
If it would make DH stop saying we had it in early March (a ton of people he works with came to work and coughed everywhere and DS (6) missed one day of school due to a cough but no fever) then yes. At least it would make staying home more endurable if we knew 100% that we hadn’t had it already.
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