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Antigen or pcr
Posted: Fri Aug 6, 2021 5:34pm
Even though the UK recommend having the PCR test before leaving Spain for the UK in place of the antigen test, is it mandatory now?
The UK Government currently say that other types of tests are valid (as long as they meet the minimum requirements) but they just recommend PCR as a preference.
"You must make sure that the test provider you choose can meet the standards for pre-departure testing.
The test must meet performance standards of ≥97% specificity, ≥80% sensitivity at viral loads above 100,000 copies/ml.
This could include tests such as:
- a nucleic acid test, including a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test or derivative technologies, including loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) tests
- an antigen test, such as a test from a lateral flow device"
You can read more here: UK Government advises PCR test when travelling to England from Spain and it's islands (4 Aug 2021)
and always check the official information here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-testing-for-people-travelling-to-england#type-of-test
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Posted: Sat Aug 7, 2021 9:02pm
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Friend flew back yesterday after having an antigen test.
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