The U of A expanded its analysis of blood samples statewide to find out who has antibodies against the SARS CoV2 virus. The State Legislature appropriated the $3.5M to fund the effort.
Testing sites are opening in all 15 counties tomorrow. Overall, there are 31 antibody testing sites across the state, with additional sites becoming available as needed. The specific testing site for each participant will be selected during the registration process.
Registration for health care workers and 1st responders is now available at covid19antibodytesting.arizona.edu. That site also has the most current information on the antibody testing initiative including qualifications for registering.
Most people who are infected by the virus that causes COVID-19 make antibodies within a few weeks of infection. The presence of COVID-19 antibodies in blood serum means the immune system mounted a response against the virus.