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2nd sero survey begins in Delhi, extended till Aug 7 due to lack of samples

The exercise is being undertaken for a comprehensive assessment of the Covid-19 situation in Delhi

Medics prepare to collect samples for swab tests from a COVID-19 mobile testing van, during the nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus, at Ramakrishna Mission area in New Delhi. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist)
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Medics prepare to collect samples for swab tests from a COVID-19 mobile testing van, during the nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus, at Ramakrishna Mission area in New Delhi. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist)

Press Trust of India New Delhi
A fresh sero-prevalence survey began on Saturday for a comprehensive assessment of the Covid-19 situation in Delhi, but not many samples could be collected due to the Eid holiday, officials said.

Hence it has been decided to extend the survey till Friday, an official said.

Originally a five-day exercise from August 1-5 that began with four districts on Saturday, it will span all districts and cover various demographic segments.

However, another source said one more district was covered on Saturday and rest six districts would be taken up on Sunday. Delhi has a total of 11 districts.

Not many samples

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