Testing people for the novel coronavirus remains of utmost importance as the virus spreads further. Many private and public labs in the country are now performing COVID-19 tests. However, various myths and false information surround COVID-19 testing, which makes it difficult for people to get a diagnosis. Dr Trupti Gilada, an Infectious Disease Specialist at Masina Hospital, Mumbai and Dr Ajay Phadke, Centre Head at Dr Avinash Phadke Pathology Labs, Mumbai bust some of the common myths regarding COVID-19 testing.