The SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen COVID test by ROCHE is designed to detect specific proteins in the body from the virus that causes COVID-19 in respiratory specimens (nasal swabs), the ROCHE test can produce results in as little as 15 minutes. CE and Cofepris, it is available at all Amatista Center´s location throughout Cancun and Rivera Maya.
This test helps early detection and diagnosis of the onset of COVID-19 infection with MOST accuracy. This PCR Test detects the presence of the virus’ genetic material. The specimen is refrigerated and sent by our office to the lab. The results come back in a 24 hours. This is the test to get if you have symptoms of COVID-19 disease, if you are at the highest risk for disease (e.g. first responders), or if requested by your destination country.
We use world leading Thermofisher´s latest technology for this test.
With Coronavirus still prevalent in many countries, some airlines and countries now require a Covid-19 Travel Clearance Certificate to allow an individual to fly or to enter a country. A Travel Clearance Certificate is needed as proof to show that an individual has had a Covid-19 PCR test and is clear of infection within a determined time frame. Most countries currently require the certificate to be issued 72 hours before travelling. This service is available in any of our Test Centers and free of charge with any test.
We encourage travellers to check with your airline regarding the test requirements for your next flight, since these can change without prior notice. Amatista Center offer this service to our clients attending for an in-center test. We expect to have the result and certification available within 15 minutes for Antigen Tests and 24 hours for PCR results.
Once the results are through, they are sent to you electronically, uploaded to Amatista Center´s cloud for backup, and if needed, we can provide a printed copy. Our Travel Clearance Certificate complies with all CDC, Cofepris and Health Secretary´s requirements. This Viral Screening service is only for those who are perfectly healthy and well with no signs of possible Covid-19 infection.
All our employees and team members are in constant training in new technologies, procedures and chemical materials to guarantee a safe and reliable result.
Our staff is trained to apply the tests avoiding the most discomfort for our patient with hygiene, safety and speed.
Our COVID quick tests are provided by ROCHE Laboratory approved by COFREPRIS and InDRE Our PCR laboratory uses ThermoFisher Technology
The certificate that is delivered to our clients is shielded in a QR in the cloud and they are approved by all Mexican and international airlines, since they know our work and laboratory very well.