These teams will collect blood samples of 2,500 citizens of Berhampur for analysis. Out of them 1,000 residents will be from high risk categories, while the other 1,500 blood samples will be collected randomly.
According to the state health department, more than 50 novel coronavirus deaths have been reported in the district since April.
The official said those who are over 60 years of age and those having chronic ailments will also be enlisted and would be advised self-isolation and provided with masks.
