Global statistics on the treatment of COVID-19 patients show that if the infection is detected in its early stages, the chances of a full recovery are much higher than if treatment begins after the illness has become severe and has already spread throughout the body.
Advantages of Early Detection
- It allows doctors to control the symptoms of the disease more easily, increasing the chances of a faster recovery.
- The sooner the infection is detected, the faster you can prevent transmission to those around you.
When Should You Get Tested for COVID-19?
- If you have symptoms such as fever, body aches, cough, sore throat, runny nose, rapid breathing, fatigue, or difficulty breathing.
- If you have been at risk, such as being in a high-risk area, having close contact with a high-risk individual, or if you are unsure about your own risk level.
Our Lab is Certified for COVID-19 Testing Standards
The laboratory at Khon Kaen Ram Hospital has been certified by the Department of Medical Sciences for COVID-19 virus detection using the Real-Time PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) method.
COVID-19 Testing Methods
1. RT-PCR Method: Detects the genetic material of the virus
Sample collection from nasal and throat secretions
*The RT-PCR method for detecting COVID-19 is more accurate than the Rapid Test method.
Benefit
- Diagnosis for treatment purposes.
Advantages
- High accuracy.
- It is the standard method for diagnosing COVID-19 infection.
- Can detect even small amounts of the virus's genetic material in various sample types, such as respiratory secretions, saliva, blood, and stool.
- Lab analysis time is within 4 hours.
Note
- * Includes lab test fee and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) cost.
- * Price includes hospital service fees and doctor's fees.
- * Includes medical certificate.
- * Does not include medication costs.
- * Recommended for individuals who have already taken an ATK test and require a confirmatory COVID-19 test.
- *Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- Prices are valid from January 1 to December 31, 2026.
