Virginia Tech has 0.027% positivity in 3,663 coronavirus tests
One result was a true positive, while four people tested positive for antibodies
Jeff Williamson, Digital Content Manager
(WSLS)
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Nearly all of those who were tested for the coronavirus at Virginia Tech were negative.
From Aug. 9 to Aug. 16, the university tested 3,663 individuals. Of those tested, one person was a true positive, while four others tested positive for antibodies of the coronavirus.
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As part of the university’s reopening plan, students living on-campus were required to be tested upon arrival.
Those not already living in Blacksburg were asked to self-quarantine for 14 days before arriving in Blacksburg.
The university plans to release its COVID-19 dashboard this week, which will be updated on a weekly basis.