How accurate is COVID-19 test?

No test is 100% accurate. The Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH) has found that the accuracy of RT-PCR for COVID-19 test is 98%. Remember that wearing a mask and always maintaining social distancing is important. This is because there is a very small risk of false negative test results and […]

Can you buy COVID-19 test kit?

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How long will it take to get COVID-19 test results?

The results for the RT-PCR test usually take between 24 to 72 hours, depending on the diagnostic centre’s capacity to process the samples. Results for the RTK-Antigen test are usually known within 15-30 minutes, but the official report generation from the providers might take up to 24 hours. (Ready Stock) […]

Is COVID-19 test taken through the mouth?

In Malaysia the swab sample for RT-PCR test will be taken from your nasopharynx which will be through your nostrils and mouth. It is also called nasal and throat swabs. (Ready Stock) Whistling COVID-19 Home Rapid Antigen Kit (RTK) Lollipop Design RM34.50 ADD TO CART (Ready Stock) Gmate COVID-19 Home […]

Is COVID-19 test procedure painful?

The COVID-19 nasal-throat swab test procedure involves placing the swab into the mouth and through the nostrils into the palate. It is quick, but may cause slight discomfort particularly when the swab is inserted through the nostrils into the palate. (Ready Stock) Whistling COVID-19 Home Rapid Antigen Kit (RTK) Lollipop […]

Does COVID-19 test have side effects?

Common complaints from patients that had undergone the COVID-19 test include feeling uncomfortable during the procedure. Very rarely, the introduction of a 6th-inches swab may cause infection. Nevertheless, these side effects are temporary and manageable. (Ready Stock) Whistling COVID-19 Home Rapid Antigen Kit (RTK) Lollipop Design RM34.50 ADD TO CART […]