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Serological and RT-PCR Surveillance for COVID-19 in an Asymptomatic US Army Trainee Population

A layered COVID-19 surveillance approach combining serial RT-PCR and serological testing was implemented among new Army recruits. The strategy identifies both active and past infections to strengthen outbreak prevention in high-density training environments.

Date published:
July 29, 2021

Evidence At A Glance

Study Type:
Quantitative
Study Design:
Cohort/cross-sectional
Study Outcomes:
Effectiveness
Target Population:
General public
Disaster Type:
Infectious disease outbreak
Intervention Target Level:
Individual level

Intervention Area:

Biosurveillance:
  • Medical countermeasure monitoring & tracking
Effective Intervention
Yes
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