CNN's Randi Kaye reports on the problems with the rapid coronavirus testing and what contributes to the inaccurate results. Reliability of rapid resultsAlthough there are expensive and often exclusive quick tests whose results can be available in hours, PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests, the kind required for most travel certification, are generally not rapid results. Timely PCR test results as privilegeImperfect as it may be, PCR is what you'll need if you want to make it into one of the countries welcoming Americans back. The company offers Covid-19 PCR testing with expedited turnaround times in 48 hours -- for a price. Given the increasing demand for short-turnaround PCR test results for travelers, it seems likely other companies will spring up in Covid Consultants' wake.

Source: CNN September 08, 2020 13:07 UTC