Response to case comparisons and a new definition of disease-free status

In this commentary, the authors juxtapose two recently published case reports of possible COVID-19 reinfection, and in doing so make an important point about approaches to differentiate true COVID-19 reinfection from prolonged viral shedding. They use a case report to highlight the utility of whole genome sequencing and biomarkers such as C-reactive protein (CRP) to identify cases of true reinfection. This is an important topic as debate surrounding the possibility of COVID-19 reinfection is at the forefront of conversations about limiting global disease spread.

Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine - September 30, 2020 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Nicole M. Duggan, Susan R. Wilcox Source Type: research