2024-05-28 17:45:53
Claims that PCR tests have a 97% false positive rate is not true. Scientists consider polymerase chain reaction, or PCR, tests a highly reliable tool for diagnosing COVID-19. The false positive rate for PCR, when used properly is near 0% [Link][Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(9-0-11) Author
2024-05-28 18:43:44
The claim is false. PCR tests are regarded as the gold standard for diagnosing COVID-19 due to their high sensitivity. Multiple sources, including scientific studies, have confirmed the reliability of PCR for detecting SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. [Link][Link][Link][Link][Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(5-0-19) Author
2024-05-28 18:59:15
The (Ct), or cycle threshold of the PCR test amplifies the sample size. The quality of data obtained bears a similar risk as the answers put forth by multiple students copying one student’s homework assignment. “How good is the sample?” [Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(3-0-2) Author
2024-05-28 19:37:12
The claim is false. PCR has been used successfully for two decades in hospital diagnostics. [Link][Link] False Positive rate for SARS-COV-2 PCR test was measured at <0.005%. [Link] Positive samples were sequenced for variant information, further validating the data. [Link][Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(8-0-11) Author
2024-05-29 07:28:33
NNN OP relies on the existing article and not in any way misleading. Contrary opinions belong in comments. [Link] NEEDS_MORE_RATINGS(5-0-2) Author