COVID-19 Screening (RT-PCR And RTK Antigen Swab Test)

· Those looking for a convenient COVID-19 Testing in Kuala Lumpur.
· Those with symptoms and wish to screen for COVID-19.
· Those with travel history to affected countries of COVID-19.
· Those with possible close contact with the infected persons.
· Those who want to undergo early diagnosis to proceed with treatment or prevent the disease.

COVID-19, abbreviated for Coronavirus Disease 2019 has been spread worldwide since the end of 2019, hence the name. It is an infectious disease caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 also known as SARS-CoV-2. Simply put, it attacks the respiratory system, and those highly at risk are the elderly and ones with a critical medical conditions.

Coronavirus has the ability to spread as far as 1 meter and if you are in close contact with symptomatic individuals, you could be infected by the spreading of small droplets especially through coughing and sneezing. A contaminated surface touched can lead to the infection as hands could accidentally transfer the virus to the face. Coronavirus can remain and survive on surfaces for up to 72 hours; the first 3 days after symptoms appear are the most contagious period, although there is also a possibility of spreading before seeing the symptoms as well as in the later stages of the disease.

Potential COVID-19 infected individuals will present symptoms like:

· Fever
· Cough
· Runny nose
· Sore throat
· Tiredness
· Difficulty breathing
· Chest pain
· Loss of sense for taste and smell

Our affiliated clinic offers two different options of screening:

· RT-PCR Test
· RTK Antigen

Both are done by the procedure of nasopharyngeal swab sample.

1. Register yourself at the counter
2. The medical staff will attend to you and get your swabs
3. Swab samples will be taken for testing
4. You will be informed of the results in 2 to 3 days

RT-PCR (Reverse Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction) detection can be assessed by taking a known amount of virus to check for the results. This is done by performing nasopharyngeal swabs on patients. Samples of nasal and throat secretions will be collected and sent to test.
Appointments must be made prior to the test at our affiliated clinic. The process takes less than 10 mins and the results can be obtained in 24 to 48 hrs.

RTK Antigen detects COVID-19 virus using nasopharyngeal swab samples as well. The procedure thoroughly screens the entire body's antigen and it is one of the helpful tools in detecting the presence of COVID-19 within the body.

<Advantages>
· Quick and convenient procedure
· Safe and no risk in exposure
· Results can be obtained as quick as 24 to 36 hrs

<Limitations>
· Some discomfort may be experienced while obtaining the samples

Q1: How will I receive the results?
A1: You will be contacted by our affiliated clinic in regard to your testing results.

Q2: Is the price the same for all ranges of age? What if I also want to test for my children?
A2: Yes, the price is the same nonetheless.

Q3: Will the test be painful?
A3: It will rather be a little bit uncomfortable but not painful.

[Clinic Name] Lyfe Clinic
[Location] Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
[Nearest Station / Nearest Tourist Destination] Takes around 10 mins to Tropicana City Mall and Aeon Big 3 Damansara. Nearest bus stops in 5 - 9 mins walking distance.
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday - Friday (9:00AM - 7:00PM); Saturday (9:00AM - 1:00PM)