More and more people are getting vaccinated as 2021 entered while control measures are still in effect to help stop the spread of the coronavirus from affecting the elderly and those in vulnerable health.
In the UK alone, 26 million people have already received their first dose of the vaccine, while standard practices such as thermal scans and health declaration interviews. In Leeds, people head out for the last hurrah before pubs are again closed due to community lockdown as more people contract the virus, as shown by the results of PCR tests in Leeds.
Many testing centers are open to provide tests (RT-PCR and Rapid Antigen Test) daily that can help local tourism to ask travelers to present fit to fly certificate in Leeds as they stay in the city; but what are the difference between these two?
PCR Test
The RT-PCR test is also known as reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction. It is a clinical test that doctors worldwide to confirm if a person is infected with the COVID-19 virus. Its highly accurate results make companies want it for their employees before going back to the workplace to avoid infection spread.
In less than 24 hours, results are readily available, and it takes 2-3 days for its turnaround time. People who are experiencing the symptoms are encouraged to undergo PCR Test.
Rapid Antigen Test
Also known as “rapid test,” it is done pretty much like the PCR test through a nasopharyngeal swab. While a PCR test displays result in less than 24 hours, this test only takes less than an hour to release a result.
Companies and travel people who need to obtain results fast opt for the rapid antigen test as it is also budget-friendly.
Check out this Harley Medic International Infographic to learn more about the difference between these two.
