RE: The case for a deep and long entry19 Oct 2020 11:25
Look at what one clinic is currently charging for a single test, if nothing else, our system should at least help stop people having to pay these kind of charges:
Coronavirus Rapid 15 Minute Antigen Test - Current Infectiousness
If you need to know quickly if you or your family are likely to be infecting anyone with Covid-19 then this is the test you need. Since this test result comes with a doctors certificate it can be also used as a fit to fly to countries like Italy , Romania etc where an antigen test is sufficient (Signed by a doctor) With reliable results available in 15 minutes this test transforms our community's ability to stop the spread of Covid-19. Perfect for workplaces, film sets, care workers, and any other situation where it is important to know right now whether people are going to be spreading Covid-19. The Abbott’s Panbio Antigen Rapid Test that we provide has shown a 98.2% sensitivity in detecting viral levels that are currently considered to be infectious (Ct values < 33). It has an overall sensitivity and specificity agreement with RT-PCR results of 97.9%.
A positive antigen result should be confirmed with an RT-PCR swab test which we can also do for you with results available late the following evening. This test must be performed by a trained healthcare professional so home testing kits are not available but you can book into any of our locations to have this test done right now.
How does it work: You come to us or one of our trained healthcare professionals come to you. We take a swab from your nose, process the test then and there and send you your results by email. All potentially done within 15-20 minutes.
Your results: You will be told you results as soon as they are available and will have a certificate sent to you by email at the time of your test.