In the event of a sudden deterioration in health, patients require prompt and accurate diagnostics rather than prolonged searches for the cause or waiting in queues. Rapid laboratory testing makes it possible to distinguish a common respiratory infection from a more serious viral illness within minutes, ensuring timely and appropriate treatment. The antigen test provides a clear clinical direction, allowing treatment decisions to be made immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike PCR testing, which detects the genetic material of a virus, an antigen test identifies its surface proteins. The principle is simple and intuitive \u2014 similar to identification by fingerprint. If the protein is detected, it means the virus is actively present in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To ensure the most reliable results, it is recommended to avoid using nasal sprays, drops, or rinses for 2\u20133 hours before the swab is taken. These may remove viral particles from the mucous membrane and affect detection. It is also advisable not to smoke or use oral fresheners immediately before the test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The process takes only a few minutes. A nurse gently collects a swab from the nasopharynx using a thin, flexible probe. This may cause a slight tickling sensation or a brief urge to sneeze, but it is painless and passes quickly. The sample is then placed in a special solution and applied to the test system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You will receive your diagnosis without leaving the clinic. Results are typically ready within 15\u201320 minutes. While you relax in our comfortable waiting area, the laboratory prepares your report. This allows the doctor to prescribe the necessary treatment and provide isolation recommendations immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Indications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Contraindications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There are no strict contraindications \u2014 the procedure is safe for children, pregnant women, and elderly patients.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":4054,"parent":3997,"menu_order":3,"template":"","class_list":["post-4067","services","type-services","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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