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Table 3 Past SARS-CoV-2 infection and seroprevalence at baseline sampling for the total population (n=1,226), staff (n=852), and residents (n=374). The SARS-CoV-2 RT-qPCR results between March and August 2020 were self-reported at enrolment. Seroprevalence was assessed at baseline sampling

From: The prior infection with SARS-CoV-2 study (PICOV) in nursing home residents and staff - study protocol description and presentation of preliminary findings on symptoms.

Prior RT-qPCR result

Baseline Serology

Resident (n=374)

Staff (n=852)

Total (n=1,226)

Positive

Positive

93 (25.1%)

304 (35.6%)

397 (32.4%)

Positive

Negative

19 (5.1%)

42 (4.9%)

61 (4.9%)

Negative

Positive

76 (20.5%)

106 (12.4%)

182 (14.8%)

Negative

Negative

183 (49.3%)

403 (49.3%)

586 (47.8%)