Question 1

Why do the results of the RT-PCR test take 5-6 hours?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 2

How do they actually perform the RT-PCR tests?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 3

For how many days is a Covid test valid?

Accepted Answer

Covid test is usually valid for 2 weeks. However, if you are travelling then it is valid for 72 hours only.

Question 4

Do I need to present a covid PCR test to enter Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 5

What is the difference between NAAT and RT-PCR?

Accepted Answer

NAAT (nucleic acid amplification test) is a type of viral diagnostic test for SARS CoV-2 which includes RT PCR. RT PCR is a chain reactive test for qualitative detection of viruses.

Question 6

Is the PCR test more effective than the rapid test for covid-19?

Accepted Answer

Yes PCR is more effective

Question 7

Can a PCR test be false positive?

Accepted Answer

Yes PCR test though rarely can be false positive as well.

Question 8

How accurate is COVID-19 testing?

Accepted Answer

Covid 19 testing is usually acurate and reliable.

Question 9

How do I ensure a negative result on a PCR test for Covid?

Accepted Answer

One cannot ensure a negative test. One can only stay away from patients having covid if you want to test negative.

Question 10

What is the covid RTPCR test?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 11

What is the procedure for the RT-PCR test?

Accepted Answer

A health care professional, preferably a phlebotomist collects a fluid sample by inserting a long nasal swab (nasopharyngeal swab) into your nostril and taking fluid from the back of your nose and then real time reverse transcription polymerase reaction is done.

Question 12

How to get the RTPCR test/Covid test done at home?

Accepted Answer

Order the test at home a healthcare professional will come and collect sample specimen from home.

Question 13

Is the RT-PCR report being checked in Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 14

Is the RT-PCR test for domestic air travel?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 15

Why do COVID-19 PCR test results take 3-4 days?

Accepted Answer

Previously it was taking 3-4 days because of the sample load in a particular lab or diagnostic centre was too much. These days one gets it within max 2 days at the best from sample collection.

Question 16

What does a CT value in an RT-PCR test indicate?

Accepted Answer

CT value indicates the cut off value whether to declare a person covid positive or not.

Question 17

What is PCR testing for Covid19?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 18

What if I edit my old RT-PCR report for airline travel?

Accepted Answer

One must not edit any report. It is for your own safety.

Question 19

Is the rapid PCR test facility set up at Delhi's IGI Airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IGI airport has the rapid pcr facility test available

Question 20

Can I get an RT PCR test for free in New Delhi?

Accepted Answer

No, you can be charged between Rs 800 to 1200. It is not for free.

Question 21

What is the role of PCR on the Covid 19 rapid test?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 22

What is the pool test in context to Covid-19 RT-PCR?

Accepted Answer

Pooled testing means taking samples from multiple people, storing part of each sample individually, and combining the other part of each sample into batches, or pools, and then testing each pool

Question 23

What is the RT PCR test for covid?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Question 24

Which is the best lab for covid19 test in Delhi NCR?

Accepted Answer

Apollo24/7 Lab Test

Question 25

Is the RT-PCR test reliable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is absolutely safe and reliable to get Covid 19 test done at lab or home.

Question 26

What is the CT value in the covid test?

Accepted Answer

CT value indicates the cut off value whether to declare a person covid positive or not.

Question 27

How long does it take to get RT PCR covid test results?

Accepted Answer

It takes a maximum of 2 days if you are getting a Rt-PCR test done.

Question 28

Does Mumbai Airport accept a soft copy of RTPCR?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 29

Does the government verify the covid test results?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 30

What is the RT-PCR test in covid-19?

Accepted Answer

The COVID-19 RT-PCR test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 in upper and lower respiratory specimens.

Rt Pcr and related queries

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do the results of the RT-PCR test take 5-6 hours?

How do they actually perform the RT-PCR tests?

For how many days is a Covid test valid?

Do I need to present a covid PCR test to enter Bahrain?

What is the difference between NAAT and RT-PCR?

Is the PCR test more effective than the rapid test for covid-19?

Can a PCR test be false positive?

How accurate is COVID-19 testing?

How do I ensure a negative result on a PCR test for Covid?

What is the covid RTPCR test?

What is the procedure for the RT-PCR test?

How to get the RTPCR test/Covid test done at home?

Is the RT-PCR report being checked in Kolkata?

Is the RT-PCR test for domestic air travel?

Why do COVID-19 PCR test results take 3-4 days?

What does a CT value in an RT-PCR test indicate?

What is PCR testing for Covid19?

What if I edit my old RT-PCR report for airline travel?

Is the rapid PCR test facility set up at Delhi's IGI Airport?

Can I get an RT PCR test for free in New Delhi?

What is the role of PCR on the Covid 19 rapid test?

What is the pool test in context to Covid-19 RT-PCR?

What is the RT PCR test for covid?

Which is the best lab for covid19 test in Delhi NCR?

Is the RT-PCR test reliable?

What is the CT value in the covid test?

How long does it take to get RT PCR covid test results?

Does Mumbai Airport accept a soft copy of RTPCR?

Does the government verify the covid test results?

What is the RT-PCR test in covid-19?

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