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Is an RT-PCR test the same as a PCR test for entering Thailand?

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According to the Thai gov webb site, you need a RT-PCR test to enter Thailand. Is this the same as a PCR test?

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An RT-PCR test is not the same as a regular PCR test; it specifically refers to Reverse Transcriptase - PCR testing, which is one of several types of PCR tests required for entry into Thailand.

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There are a few different types of PCR tests. RT-PCR stands for Reverse Transcriptase - PCR testing.

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No it's not.

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Spoke with a friend today who entered Thailand 2 weeks ago with a PCR test,no RT in the front. No problem. So I spoke with a testing lab in Cambridge, they said they are the same. Now awaiting for hard copy confirmation from them.

Very confusing.

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Alan *******

Alan *******

As you said, very confusing

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