What does “nucleic acid test positive” mean?
Disease description:
During my nucleic acid test, the result came back positive. What does “nucleic acid positive” mean?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Weimin
A positive nucleic acid test result indicates infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Typically, nucleic acid testing detects the presence of the coronavirus in secretions collected from the throat. A positive result means that SARS-CoV-2 is present in these secretions; therefore, immediate isolation and prompt treatment are essential to prevent disease progression. Antiviral medications may be used as part of the treatment regimen.
