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What is the difference between PCR and Antigen tests?

PCR Test Antigen Test COVID-19 Testing Health and Safety Self-testing

Dec 2, 2021

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What's the difference Pcr and antigen can't get my head around it

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The PCR test is a lab-based test that is known for its accuracy, while the Antigen test, often referred to as ATK or ART, is a self-administered instant test that is generally less accurate.

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Dont normally post a video reply but here is a simple one from WHO

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PCR test is sent to a lab for testing and is more accurate.

Anti gen ATK ART many names is an instant test you can do your self and is not so accurate

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but still have to book a SHA ++ quarantine for 1 day

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yes and still RT PCR test on arrival they have concerns over new variant

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that test you can not get the app for that not my people do

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so same as b4 but with extra test

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Same as before exactly no extra test has been for last month.

RT PCR test on arrival, antigen test self administered on day

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yes...and must be a Test N Go approved hotel

Here are some in Bangkok

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are these tests similar to lateral flow

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