FAQs on Coronavirus testing
What tests are accepted for travel to other EU countries?
The European Union has agreed on a list of rapid tests (antigen) accepted in all EU countries.
To be valid in the European Union and in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the tests (molecular or antigenic) have sensitivity equal to or greater than 90% and specificity equal to or higher than 97%. The result must be in English or in a language recognized in the country where you are going.
In addition the following information must be present on the result:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Type of Test, including the name of the manufacturer of the test (for antigen tests)
- Name infection tested (SARS-CoV-2)
- Result
- Date and time
- Test Center Details
- Country
Read more details on the website of the EU.
Can I travel to Italy if I haven't yet been vaccinated?
The Digital Green Certificate is a document that facilitates free movement inside the EU. Not only Covid vaccinations are recorded in the the Green Pass, but also results from Covid tests. Italy recognises results from RT-PCR test and rapid antigen tests. Being able to provide a negative test result is one of the conditions that have to be met in order to enter Italy.
Where can I get a PCR test to detect the infection Coronavirus in Italy?
If you want to do a private test, you can find laboratories or pharmacies in Italy that offers this service. On
faiuntestevai.it we have over 4,000 centres throughout Italy offering different types of Covid-19 tests, including PCR tests.
How much does a rapid Antigen test cost in Italy?
As for the cost of other medical services, prices for a quick test private Coronavirus may vary from place to place. In some cases, the price is adjusted by the regions in which the structure performs the test. On average, the cost you can get around 20 € - 30 €. At
faiuntestevai.it we try to provide cost information for test centres included on our platform.
What is a Covid-19 serological test?
Serological tests can be used by scientists to measure the antibody response of an individual who can help you determine if someone is infected with the virus COVID-19 in the past. These tests might be of interest to an individual if they had not carried out a PCR test when he suffered from symptoms in the past or to determine if someone has had an infection asymptotic.
Although many clinics and private laboratories provide serological tests, these are not generally used by the travel or the target locations concerned about the current health of someone and if you have been infected by the virus.
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