A new government scheme allows for the collection of samples for coronavirus testing at Hong Kong’s private clinics and hospitals. How many will offer it remains an open question. Photo: Winson Wong
Coronavirus: Hong Kong’s private clinics set to launch Covid-19 testing, but infection risks, potential stigma has many in sector wary
- Private medical facilities can either administer nasal swabs themselves, or have patients take samples at home then return them for testing
- Beyond infection concerns, the question of sample storage has some doctors questioning the administrative burden
A new government scheme allows for the collection of samples for coronavirus testing at Hong Kong’s private clinics and hospitals. How many will offer it remains an open question. Photo: Winson Wong
