Global seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Many studies report the seroprevalence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) antibodies. We aimed to synthesize seroprevalence data to better estimate the level and distribution of SARS-CoV-2 infection, identify high-risk groups, and inform public health decision making.

Methods

In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we searched publication databases, preprint servers, and grey literature sources for seroepidemiological study reports, from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. We included studies that reported a sample size, study date, location, and seroprevalence estimate. We corrected estimates for imperfect test accuracy with Bayesian measurement error models, conducted meta-analysis to identify demographic differences in the pr

SUBMITTER: Bobrovitz N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8221784 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature