RT-PCR tests. “If the S gene drop is seen in the RT PCR test, it is most probably Omicron, and if the S gene is present, it is most likely a Delta variant.
This is how the RT-PCR detects the new variant. However, confirmation has to be done via Gene Sequencing," he explains. Genome sequencing helps in understanding the difference between two variants of the same virus and makes treatment more effective. Symptoms of Omicron According to US CDC analysis, the five most common symptoms of the Omicron variant are cough, fatigue, congestion, runny nose and generalised body ache.
Dr Harish Chafle, Senior Consultant - Pulmonology and Critical Care at Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai says symptoms are classified into most common symptoms, less common symptoms and serious symptoms. Most common symptoms of Omicron Fever, cough, tiredness, loss of taste or smell. Less common symptoms of Omicron Sore throat, headache, aches, pains, diarrhoea, a rash on the skin, discolouration of fingers or toes red or irritated eyes. Serious symptoms of Omicron Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, loss of speech or mobility, or confusion or chest pain.
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