Newsbytes
  • India
  • Business
  • World
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Auto
  • Lifestyle
  • Inspirational
  • Career
  • Bengaluru
  • Delhi
  • Mumbai
  • Videos
  • Visual Stories
  • Reviews
  • Phone Reviews
  • Fitness Bands Reviews
  • Speakers Reviews
  • Find Cricket Statistics
Hindi
More
In the news
Monsoon
Raksha Bandhan
NV Ramana
Coronavirus India
Coronavirus Cases In India
75 years of Independence
Newsbytes
Hindi
Newsbytes
User Placeholder

Hi,

Logout


India
Business
World
Politics
Sports
Technology
Entertainment
Auto
Lifestyle
Inspirational
Career
Bengaluru
Delhi
Mumbai
Videos
Visual Stories
Reviews
Phone Reviews
Fitness Bands Reviews
Speakers Reviews
Find Cricket Statistics

More Links
  • Videos

Download Android App

Follow us on
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Linkedin
  • Youtube
 
Home / News / India News / Two-third of Indians have COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR serosurvey
India

Two-third of Indians have COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR serosurvey

Two-third of Indians have COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR serosurvey
Written by Pratyush Deep Kotoky
Jul 20, 2021, 11:25 pm 2 min read
Two-third of Indians have COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR serosurvey
The ICMR found 85% of the surveyed healthcare workers and 50% of children have antibodies against COVID-19.

Around 40 crore Indians are still vulnerable to COVID-19 infections, according to India's fourth national serological survey. The survey found that 67.6% of Indians above the age of six have antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. Notably, this is a steep increase from the results of the third serosurvey, conducted in December-January, which found antibodies in 21% of the population above age 10.

Serosurvey
10% healthcare workers yet to be vaccinated: Government

The fourth serosurvey was conducted by the Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) across 70 districts in 21 states in June-July. As per the ICMR, the survey included 36,227 people, out of which, 7,252 are healthcare workers. The ICMR found 85% of the surveyed healthcare workers (HCWs) had antibodies against coronavirus, while one-tenth of HCWs were still unvaccinated.

Statement
There is hope, but no room for complacency: ICMR

While announcing the results of the serosurvey, the government also warned people against the laxity in following COVID-19 appropriate behavior as about one-third of Indians do not have COVID-19 antibodies. ICMR chief Dr. Balram Bhargava said, "The implications of the fourth serosurvey clearly show there is a ray of hope, but there is no room for complacency. We must maintain COVID-appropriate behavior."

Findings
50% of children aged 6-17 years have antibodies

The survey also found that over 50% of children between the age of six to 17 have antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The survey found 57.2% seroprevalence in the age group of six-nine years. In the age group of 10-17 years, seroprevalence was 61.6%. Similarly in the age group of 18-44 years and 45-60 years, it was 66.7% and 77.6%, respectively.

Vaccination
Seroprevalence higher among vaccinated people, survey finds

Stating that there is no difference in seroprevalence in males and females, the ICMR said COVID-19 antibodies were found in 62.3% of unvaccinated people. Among those who had one dose of the vaccine, seroprevalence was 81%. However, among those who had both doses of vaccine, antibodies were detected in 89.8% of people. The ICMR stressed the need to accelerate vaccination among vulnerable groups.

Concern
Laxity in preventive behavior cause of concern

While the government and health experts have warned against an "imminent" third wave of infections, people's laxity in preventive behavior has become a cause of concern. On Monday, the ICMR urged people to avoid social, religious, political gatherings as well as unnecessary travel. Recently, PM Narendra Modi also asked people to follow COVID-19 protocols to stop the spread of the virus.

Share this timeline
Facebook
Whatsapp
Twitter
Linkedin
Pratyush Deep Kotoky
Pratyush Deep Kotoky
Twitter
Pratyush Deep Kotoky covers national and politics news at NewsBytes. His over three-year-long career involves reporting on sociopolitical issues across India, particularly the northeast region. His previous stints include 101Reporters, The Sunday Guardian, and Inshorts, and he has also written for Asia Times, Firstpost, and Newslaundry. He has a postgraduate degree in Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi.
Latest
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Coronavirus
COVID-19 Vaccine
Serological Survey
Related
Latest
Samsung Galaxy A33 5G receives latest Android security update
Samsung Galaxy A33 5G receives latest Android security update Technology
'John Wick: Chapter 4' director Chad Stahelski teases film details
'John Wick: Chapter 4' director Chad Stahelski teases film details Entertainment
Simona Halep wins the 2022 Canadian Open: Key stats
Simona Halep wins the 2022 Canadian Open: Key stats Sports
Bundesliga 2022-23, Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 2-0: Key stats
Bundesliga 2022-23, Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 2-0: Key stats Sports
2023 Kia Ray, with stylish looks, goes official: Check features
2023 Kia Ray, with stylish looks, goes official: Check features Auto
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
India to battle monkeypox with targeted 'ring vaccination' strategy
India to battle monkeypox with targeted 'ring vaccination' strategy India
#NewsBytesExplainer: Is monkeypox the next epidemic India should worry about?
#NewsBytesExplainer: Is monkeypox the next epidemic India should worry about? India
Free COVID-19 booster doses for adults at government centers: Centre
Free COVID-19 booster doses for adults at government centers: Centre India
Current COVID-19 surge can't be termed 4th wave: ICMR official
Current COVID-19 surge can't be termed 4th wave: ICMR official India
India inching closer to launching its first dengue vaccine
India inching closer to launching its first dengue vaccine India
More News
Coronavirus
Delhi makes mask mandatory, Rs. 500 fine imposed on violators
Delhi makes mask mandatory, Rs. 500 fine imposed on violators Delhi
All about the new Langya virus that has hit China
All about the new Langya virus that has hit China World
New COVID-19 sub-variant BA.2.75 detected in India: WHO
New COVID-19 sub-variant BA.2.75 detected in India: WHO India
How long does immunity last after COVID-19?
How long does immunity last after COVID-19? Technology
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why experts believe 4th COVID-19 wave is not coming
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why experts believe 4th COVID-19 wave is not coming India
More News
COVID-19 Vaccine
No concerning trends caused by new Omicron subvariants: Experts
No concerning trends caused by new Omicron subvariants: Experts India
North Korea confirms first COVID-19 case ever, imposes nationwide lockdown
North Korea confirms first COVID-19 case ever, imposes nationwide lockdown World
COVID-19: India logs 2,927 new cases; 32 more deaths
COVID-19: India logs 2,927 new cases; 32 more deaths India
DCGI clears COVAXIN, Corbevax for children aged 6-12, 5-12 years
DCGI clears COVAXIN, Corbevax for children aged 6-12, 5-12 years India
Government considering COVID-19 booster dose for all adults: Report
Government considering COVID-19 booster dose for all adults: Report India
More News
Serological Survey
90% in Delhi have COVID-19 antibodies. What does it mean?
90% in Delhi have COVID-19 antibodies. What does it mean? India
Kerala has least COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR's national serosurvey
Kerala has least COVID-19 antibodies: ICMR's national serosurvey India
'No room for complacency': Centre issues 7-point advisory after serosurvey
'No room for complacency': Centre issues 7-point advisory after serosurvey India
COVID-19: 4th serosurvey to focus on kids, rural areas
COVID-19: 4th serosurvey to focus on kids, rural areas India
Half of Delhi has antibodies against COVID-19, finds serological survey
Half of Delhi has antibodies against COVID-19, finds serological survey India
More News
Related
COVID-19 third wave: Chances 'very low,' says retired ICMR scientist
COVID-19 third wave: Chances 'very low,' says retired ICMR scientist India
COVID-19 third wave by October; panel says pediatric facilities inadequate
COVID-19 third wave by October; panel says pediatric facilities inadequate India
After second wave, COVID-19 group suggests preparing for 23% hospitalizations
After second wave, COVID-19 group suggests preparing for 23% hospitalizations India
Next News Article
Next News Article

Love India news?

Subscribe to stay updated.

India Thumbnail
India News Business News World News Politics News Sports News Technology News Entertainment News Auto News Lifestyle News Inspirational News
Career News Bengaluru News Delhi News Mumbai News Mukesh Ambani Indian Premier League (IPL) Karnataka Samsung Xiaomi West Bengal
Bihar Virat Kohli Rohit Sharma Haryana Narendra Modi Arvind Kejriwal Tamil Nadu Gujarat Yogi Adityanath YouTube
Instagram Hollywood News Uttar Pradesh Kerala Netflix Bollywood News Mamata Banerjee Maruti Suzuki Rahul Gandhi Elon Musk
Shah Rukh Khan Chelsea FC OPPO Akhilesh Yadav Indian Cricket Team Apple Manchester United Salman Khan Cryptocurrency OnePlus
Amitabh Bachchan ICC Women's World Cup Vivo India vs Sri Lanka
About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive IPL 2022 Schedule IPL 2022 Points Table Find Cricket Statistics
Follow us on
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Youtube
All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2022