The housemate of a Chinese University of Queensland student who had lived with him in Brisbane does not have coronavirus after a shock negative test result, according to health authorities.

It came after Queensland Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young said it was "highly likely" the housemate had COVID-19 because of his symptoms and contact with the infected man.

In a statement earlier this week, UQ said the roommate, who is also a student at the university, was "feeling well". Credit:Glenn Hunt

The 20-year-old man, confirmed to have COVID-19 on Tuesday, is isolated in a stable condition in the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and his housemate had an anxious day-long wait.

However, Queensland Health confirmed on Wednesday night the test result was negative, but the housemate would return to his Toowong home to self-quarantine for 14 days.