AH1N1 is here! But let us keep our calm. A lot of people are wondering if they need an AH1N1 Swab Test to verify if they have been infected with the AH1N1 Virus. Swab testing for AH1N1 could become very expensive (as much as P4000). Therefore it is important to know if you really need to be tested for AH1N1 to avoid unnecessary expenses on your part.
Ah1n1 Swab testing Criteria
Here are some guidelines for you to know if you need to be tested for AH1N1 Virus:
- You have flu symptoms such as fever, coughs and colds, and sore throat and came into contact with a person known to carry the virus.
- You have an influenza-like illness and came into contact with an animal known to have H1N1.
- You have an influenza-like illness and has a history of traveling to a country with reported H1N1 cases.
People who would like to undergo the swab test will first be screened for these. Once they pass these criteria they will undergo the swab test. All those who pass the Ah1n1 Swab test Conditions will be given FREE screening at AH1N1 accredited hospitals.
However, if a person who does not fall under any of these criteria and still wants to undergo a swab test (i.e. someone who is not sick), they will be required to pay for the test.
There, hoped that helped. Remember, if you feel you have AH1N1 Symptoms, don’t hesitate to contact the nearest hospital to you.
Stay healthy! Keep away from AH1N1.
