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PCR test

Posted by Susan on January 4, 2021, 8:19 am

Does anyone know where to get covid PCR test done in
La Manzanilla or Melaque or barra or area?
Thanks

Re: PCR test

Posted by Dan Patman on January 4, 2021, 10:07 am, in reply to "PCR test"

Elke reported the other day on Facebook that Beny's lab (next to the centro de salud in Melaque) has PCR tests in response to the Canadian Government's announcement.

The cost is $1,500 pesos and results in an hour or so. This was confirmed by Beny herself in another post later on.

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Re: PCR test

Posted by Larry F on January 4, 2021, 11:53 am, in reply to "Re: PCR test"

The Melaque lab test is not likely a PCR test.

The swab sample taken in the lab is heated and cooled using special reagents to convert the virus's RNA into DNA, and then make millions of copies of the DNA, which allows for the identification of the organism. This process can take hours, requires sophisticated lab equipment and technicians, and is typically done one sample at a time,

In contrast, antigen tests — often referred to as rapid tests — work by mixing the sample with a solution that unleashes specific viral proteins. That combination is then applied to a paper strip that contains a bespoke antibody optimised to bind these proteins if they are present. Like a home pregnancy test the result is reflected as a band on the paper strip. The process doesn’t require a lab, and can be done in up to 30 minutes.

I would ask the lab to show you a sample of the document you would need to show at the airport that indicates that test is a PCR test.

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Re: PCR test

Posted by Dan Patman on January 4, 2021, 12:30 pm, in reply to "Re: PCR test"

According to Beny, the lab owner, they are PCR tests with the nasal swab. And as I mentioned before she bought them in in response to the Canadian Government's declaration / rules knowing full well that people will need them.

Her lab is one of the best in the region, she is very highly trained and respected around here.

As for documentation required I cannot answer that. I have no plans of leaving Mexico any time soon (I have only left the country 4 times in the last 17 years) so I was just passing on the information as I know a lot of people want it and will need it.

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Re: PCR test

Posted by David c on January 7, 2021, 12:02 pm, in reply to "Re: PCR test"

I asked about Pvr tests in Melaque at the lab 6 weeks ago and I was told guadalajara was the closest place, hopefully that has changed and they have more than the antibody test

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Re: PCR test

Posted by Dan Patman on January 7, 2021, 3:00 pm, in reply to "Re: PCR test"

Yes David, this is a new development as of last week in direct response to the Canadian Government announcement by Beny the lab owner.

I have seen you can also get PCR tests in Manzanillo but they are 3 times the price. I have no info or back up for that in Manzanillo, just what I have seen reported.

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Re: PCR test

Posted by Danny on January 16, 2021, 11:28 am, in reply to "Re: PCR test"

Whats the name of the FB page and do u have a phone number of Benny's lab ? Than u

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Re: PCR test

Posted by Vicki and Robin on January 7, 2021, 4:21 pm, in reply to "PCR test"

Canada’s asking for a PCR or LAMP test according to a tweet from Dr. Tam. Choices! Does anyone know if the lab in Melaque does these LAMP tests?

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