Is it normal to test positive again for COVID after my 5 days of confinement?

It is possible to test positive for COVID-19 again after your initial period of isolation. This can happen because rapid tests can detect particles of the virus even after the virus itself has been eradicated from your system. These particles may remain in your body until they are completely eliminated. It is important to note that this does not apply to PCR tests. Despite this, it is still recommended to isolate for a period of 10 days (or 5 days under specific conditions) as the virus is most contagious during this time.

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Is it normal to test positive again for COVID after my 5 days of confinement?

It is possible to test positive for COVID-19 again after your initial period of isolation. This can happen because rapid tests can detect particles of the virus even after the virus itself has been eradicated from your system. These particles may remain in your body until they are completely eliminated. It is important to note that this does not apply to PCR tests. Despite this, it is still recommended to isolate for a period of 10 days (or 5 days under specific conditions) as the virus is most contagious during this time.