Professors at the University of Kentucky are looking into a new clinical trial to see if when you contract covid-19, can you catch the virus again.

Jerry Woodward, a UK professor of immunology, says usually antibodies last for several years. But with a virus that is so new, Woodward says experts still do not know what level of antibody provides immunity.

While there are many tests on the market that give yes or no answers to the antibody, Woodward says they may not be accurate. He also says UK uses tests that measure levels of antibodies versus those yes or no answers.

Woodward wants to test Kentuckians to learn about the antibodies they have. He warns even if you do have antibodies, you’re infection might not be over. The best and only way to find out if you’re currently sick is to get a COVID-19 test.

Woodward says many could have had COVID-19 without knowing it. He says in five to six months we will have a good idea of what level of antibody will provide immunity. Woodward is hopeful that our body’s antibody responses will be protective but it is going to take time to prove that.