All of the talk from Pence's task force has been about how many "test kits" have been or [View all]

[Atticus]

soon will be distributed. Do we all understand that even IF you meet the screening criteria and IF your doctor orders that you be tested for Covid 19 and IF a test kit REALLY is available and is administered, you will still not know if you are infected until the swabs just taken from you are properly evaluated by an approved lab? These kits are not like home pregnancy tests where the swab changes color or displays a plus or minus sign. The kits COLLECT specimens; labs ANALYZE the specimens and tell us the result.

And, it is my understanding that, at present, we do not have sufficient lab capacity to evaluate the administered kits in a timely manner. If this is not remedied like NOW,we will soon have a growing backlog of used test kits. Aside from the personal urgency for the people holding their breath until they get the results, does anyone know if there is a window of time after which the results are not accurate?

(Just as a "throw in", 128 Italians died of Covid 19 IN THE PAST 24 HOURS. The experts estimate that we are about 10 days or so behind Italy in the progression of this disease.

Wash your hands every time you turn around. Don't shake hands. Avoid greeting even family members with hugs and kisses. Do not travel unless absolutely necessary and, if possible, stay home.)