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I need to go for a covid test, do i need a referral letter from a gp?

Q: i need to go for a covid test, do i need a referral letter from a gp?

: In your country this appears to be the case. However, this is a public information site based in the US. We do not provide scripts/referrals or other forms of direct patient care. You need to contact your local health agency through their website. I believe they have a screening questionnaire &amp; other procedures to help you get this done.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

In your country this appears to be the case. However, this is a public information site based in the US. We do not provide scripts/referrals or other forms of direct patient care. You need to contact your local health agency through their website. I believe they have a screening questionnaire & other procedures to help you get this done.

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Answered 3/22/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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You posted on the Free Public Health Education site for HealthTap where we do not diagnosis, treat or refer. In ZA, a medical provider evals to decide if COVID 19 testing is indicated. Contact your own medical provider or get telemedicine consult from an on-line provider. You can use one of the free on-line apps check your risk.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/22/2021

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A member asked:

I need to go for a covid test, do i need a referral letter from a gp?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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