Can an antibody blood test tell if you are immune to COVID-19?
NOVA producer Caitlin Saks got the unusual opportunity to investigate her own blood to find out what exactly these “magic” molecules are, why public health professionals are eager to roll out antibody testing, and just what these antibody tests can — and can’t — tell us.
To learn more, stream our hour-long documentary “Decoding COVID-19” on the PBS Video app or online:
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PRODUCTION CREDITS:
Producer/Reporter: Caitlin Saks
Digital Producer/Editor: Arlo Perez
Camera: Stephen McCarthy
Sound: Steve Bores
Research and Production Assistance:
Sukee Bennett
Angelica Coleman
Ari Daniel
Robin Kazmier
Christina Monnen
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