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Al-Qassim: 191,000+ Swab Tests Conducted by «Taakkad» Centers in 6 Months
14 July 2021

​According to Al-Qassim Health Affairs, over the first half of this year, Make Sure «Taakkad» Centers have conducted 191,854 Molecular Diagnostic Tests «Swab Tests».


It is noted that «Taakkad» Centers are designated for those who do not show COVID-19 symptoms, or who develop mild symptoms after being in close contact with a confirmed case. The centers daily provide Molecular Diagnostic Test «Swab Test» Services, and require a prior appointment through «Sehhaty» App. These centers are currently available at vehicle paths and some healthcare centers. These lab tests show the duration of the virus and the categories in which it affects, help to early detect these cases, stop the infection, and prevent its outbreaks.





Last Update : 14 July 2021 02:25 PM
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