The health and safety of our patients is our top priority. Our team of doctors and nurses follow strict precautions to minimize the risks of infection contamination. We also work with accredited and high-quality laboratories to ensure the most accurate results for home covid testing.
If you have been in contact with a person infected with COVID-19 or if you have symptoms associated with COVID-19, you should get tested for covid at home and avoid close contact with others until your results come back.
What is the Covid-19 PCR Test?
The Covid-19 PCR test is used to detect the presence of infection with SARS-CoV2 (the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 disease). This is a very sensitive test that looks for the RNA of the virus using a technique called RT-PCR. The PCR test is performed with swabs taken from inside the mouth and nose and is considered the most reliable test for Covid-19.
Is Covid Testing Painful at Home?
Covid -19 tests can be uncomfortable but are not painful. The PCR test is done gently using a cotton swab to penetrate the nose and throat. This may cause only mild discomfort, gagging or coughing.
What should I do if my PCR test result is positive?
If you test positive for Covid-19, you will need to self-isolate for 14 days. Since your test result will be recorded as positive in the Ministry of Health's e-pulse system, the filiation teams will visit you at home, provide you with the necessary medication and inform you about the process.
