Throughout the pandemic, a majority of people in the U.S. have taken a COVID test, and many have taken several. Unfortunately, not all the tests are the same, meaning the results often come in different variations based on the type of test, making it difficult to understand them.

This raises the question: What does not detected mean on a COVID test?

NOT DETECTED MEANS NO VIRUS

The most widely available way to test for COVID, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests can accurately detect active coronavirus infections. Through the use of a nasopharyngeal swab, these tests examine nasal secretions for traces of the virus’s genetic material. 

IF DETECTED…

A positive result on a PCR test indicates that the test detected the virus’s genetic material in your sample. In these cases, it’s best to self-isolate and, if you must be near members of your household, wear a mask to prevent spreading the virus.

NOT DETECTED

Conversely, if your PCR test comes back negative, then it did not detect coronavirus genetic material in your sample. With a “not detected: result, it is unlikely that you are currently infected with COVID. 

WORKING AND REMAINING SAFE

With offices reopening and people returning to in-person work, it’s important to consider the safety concerns of a world mired by a pandemic. Testing for COVID, once viewed as a hurdle for traveling and visiting relatives, will now become a regular part of life. 

With the Supreme Court blocking a vaccine mandate for large employers, regular testing will be the most effective way to ensure the safety of teams. With that said, it’s imperative to keep careful documentation of your test results and be able to access them with ease. 

A COVID-19 MANAGEMENT SOLUTION

To this point, most people have been limited to carrying paper proof of vaccination and test results making it hard to verify and leaving your medical information unsecured. ConfirmD provides a solution. 

ConfirmD is an app designed exclusively for data management for COVID, allowing you to keep track of all your COVID data securely in one convenient health wallet. Powered by medical professionals, the ConfirmD app gives you the ability to upload vaccine records and COVID test results. You’ll then receive a QR code that can be used to demonstrate your health status to those looking for validation, including employers, restaurants, airlines, and more.

With Covid testing and vaccination requirements changing by the day, it’s important to remain on top of where you stand in terms of sickness. Moreover, you need to be able to quickly convey to others that you’ve done your due diligence when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID. ConfirmD allows you to own and manage your COVID data, helping you keep you and your loved ones safe.