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    More COVID-19 rapid screening centres opened with Dhs50 per test

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    More COVID-19 rapid screening centres opened with Dhs50 per test

    Rapid blood test that offers commuter a faster and cheaper way to enter Abu Dhabi


    Published:  September 16, 2020 14:59 Pictures by Ahmed Ramzan, Staff Photographer and compiled by Devadasan K P, Picture Editor

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    A Dhs50 laser test that can be used to enter Abu Dhabi emirate is now available at a dozen testing centres across the UAE. Above, visitors at Laser Screening Center in Al Jurf, Ajman. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    The new COVID-19 testing centre in Ajman has 20 laser screening booths and can receive between 6,000 and 8,000 people per day. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    Centre is the first of its kind in the Northern Emirates, and will serve the citizens and residents of the region, especially those in Ajman, while operating round-the-clock. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    Residents in the Northern Emirates can now visit the new COVID-19 testing centre in Ajman and receive their results in only three minutes. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    When visiting the screening center, a small blood sample will be taken and then tested using the laser-based DPI with results appearing in minutes. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    In case of a positive result, a PCR test must be undertaken via a nasal swab at the same centre at a cost of Dh320. The person must then stay at home in isolation until the test result is available. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    If the test result shows that a nose swab is required, it will be done right away and the person will need to isolate himself until the result is out. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    In order to get tested at a Seha-run rapid testing facility, residents and visitors have to book an appointment via the Seha app. Appointments are available for individuals, groups up to three people, and families groups with domestic workers up to five people. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    According to details on the Seha app, DPI laser screening are only available for those aged 12 years and older. Those who wish to be tested must present their Emirates ID, along with the QR code associated with the Seha appointment booking. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    The Ghantoot rapid testing centre has seen massive demand for its services since its opening, and has undertaken 6,500 tests per day. This prompted officials to launch additional facilities across the country. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    The technique, known as Diffractive Phase Interferometry (DPI), looks for specific inflammation markers caused by COVID-19 infection in a sample. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    Innovative test is different from PCR and antibody test, and gives faster, accurate result. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    Vistors at the Laser Screening Center in Al Jurf, Ajman. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News
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    A worker sanitising a chair at the Laser Screening Center in Al Jurf, Ajman. Image Credit: Ahmed Ramzan/Gulf News

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