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Covid-19 tests paid for from today can be performed only with a doctor’s referral / Article / LSM.lv

As of today, state-paid Covid-19 tests can only be performed with a doctor’s referral. Right now, people who want to take the test have to wait in long lines. Therefore, the aim of the changes is to make testing more targeted and to people who need it most as soon as possible.

As of today, state-paid Covid-19 tests can only be performed with a doctor’s referralPaula Dvica00:00 / 00:52

The others will be able to pay for the test themselves. The GP Association has agreed with the Ministry of Health that this is a temporary solution. And the ministry must find a way to ensure the segregation of those who want to be tested without the mediation of GPs.

“The path now envisaged will be quite a long one. If a patient has a complaint, he calls the GP to apply. The GP writes the referral. Once the referral is written, the patient can call 8303 to apply for an analysis. And then perform the analysis. All WHO guidelines “We read about this, if a patient has a complaint that is a sign of a potential Covid patient, then it is necessary to perform this test as soon as possible.

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