DIAGNOSTIC TESTS FOR CORONAVIRUS COVID-19
PCR
Confirm the presence of the virus
It is used to detect the presence of the virus in the body, both in people with symptoms and in people without symptoms.
A healthcare professional removes a sample from the nose and throat.
Detects the genetic material of the virus
Results may take between 24-48h
SEROLOGY
Confirms the immune system response against the virus
It is used to find out if there are antibodies in the blood and if they are from an active or past infection.
A blood sample will be taken at our center. This can be on the finger (Quick test, result in 15 minutes) or in whole blood (Elisa Test, result in 24-48h)
RAPID ANTIGENS TEST
Detects the presence of virus proteins
It allows identifying people who are suffering from a SARS-CoV-2 infection, especially those with symptoms.
In our center they will take a nasal and / or pharyngeal sample.
Results are obtained in about 20min.
