Abu Dhabi International airport is all set to launch a first-of-its-kind PCR testing that gives instant results to the passengers. The sample will be taken in an enclosed as soon as the passengers arrive at the airport. And till they get done with the immigration process and collect their baggage, the test results will be provided within that time frame. Read on to know more.
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Passengers Will Get To Enjoy World-Class Facilities While Waiting For Their Results
Passengers will also be able to enjoy the world-class waiting hall with comfortable seatings, vending machine, tv sets, toilets and a PCR result collection point. On this, Dr Partha Protim Banerjee, CEO of patient management for the project, said that this new initiative would help to identify covid-9 cases in the area and will make Abu Dhabi safe for everyone. Speaking to Khaleej Times, Dr Banerjee said,
“The level of vision, thinking, planning and implementation of this initiative is exemplary. The entire world should notice the dedication and commitment of the Abu Dhabi Government. I think this is the first such initiative at any airport in the world.”
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From Collection Of Samples To Results, Authorities Have Made Sure To Organise Everything Well
What’s even better is the fact that the UAE capital was able to set up this testing facility outside terminal 3 in less than 30 days. And now with this hub, passengers at the arrival won’t have to wait for more than 30 minutes to get their results. It indeed is a great accomplishment for the UAE. About the process, it is very well organised, right from collection of samples to providing accurate results, everything is taken very well care off.
Speaking more about the process, Dr Banerjee said,
“Once the sample is collected, passengers will be given a bar code. Post that, they will then move to the waiting area where they need to spend a maximum of 30 minutes until their number is called. The entire process may take 75 to 90 minutes.”
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For the staff, 20 staff will be on duty for every shift. Varied health workers from different nationalities will be working to cater the passengers from around the world. And all samples shall be tested at a highly secure on-site lab.
The latest project is yet another statement of intent by the Abu Dhabi Government to contain the pandemic. The door-to-door testing continues in the city and is extended to densely populated areas, too.