What is this test? Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests for the presence of the actual virus’s genetic material or its fragments as it breaks down. PCR is the most reliable and accurate test for detecting active infection.
Sample required: Nasal swab or naso-pharyngeal swab or oral swab.
Client preparation: No specific client preparation protocol required. Swabbing however causes some slight irritation which clears within less than 5 minutes.
Turn-around time (How long does it take?): 45 MINUTES TO 1 HOUR OFFSITE IN A LAB.
Basis of the Test: The PCR test takes a sample of ribonucleic acid (RNA) and “amplifies” it with the help of lab technologies. Amplifying RNA helps to make even small traces of the COVID-19 virus visible in the test sample. Even if you have a small trace of the virus in your system, the PCR test will detect it.
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