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A member asked:

Hi doc, i need to have a covid test done, reason is for cruise, and it is required 72 hours prior to leaving, i need a referral letter to go to a lab?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19: In South Africa a medical provider will determine need for COVID 19 testing. Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine (to include HealthTap’s telemedicine format) for individual consultations.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 2/5/2021

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