Antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 virus found in 73.5% of Odisha’s population, says survey
The Hindu
The survey, conducted in the State from August 29 to September 15, found that of the 5,796 samples, 4,247 were found to have antibodies against the virus.
A sero-survey conducted jointly by Regional Medical Research Centre (RMRC), Bhubaneswar, and State Health and Family Welfare Department has found the community’s SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence at 73.5% in Odisha.
It means close to three-fourth of the population surveyed in 12 districts has developed antibodies against the virus. The seroprevalence among healthcare workers is 93.5%.
Of the 5,796 samples taken up for survey, 4,247 were found to have antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 virus. The survey was conducted in the State from August 29 to September 15.
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