what are the ways we can test 4 months old baby for covid test? I guess RT PCR is not the right one. mother tested as positive but she is doing fine

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of a 12 yr 2 m old boy4 years ago

A. the best way to get the diagnosis is rt-pcr only and rest you can discuss with your doctor if you have any queries regarding this ct scan can also be done in selected cases

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