I don't know for sure, honestly, but it is a standard operating procedure for some tests. Maybe someone with specific expertise can tell us? I am used to both methods, and find the tonsil swab easier. https://twitter.com/mcelhearn/status/1472973496133292032 …
-
-
This Tweet is unavailable.Show this threadThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
-
-
-
This Tweet is unavailable.
-
We do PCR tests with a throat & nose swab & the LFD tests I'm provided by work (NHS) is still throat & nose so I see no reason not to swab your throat.
- Show replies
-
-
-
I have been working in a testing facility for a few months. I had two separate introduction by doctors how to do the swab properly. If possible we are advised to take a swab from the far back of the nose, basically the pharynx
-
The doctors said this was because if the virus is in the body, it “sits” in this area. I myself have no medical degree, so I can’t vouch for how accurate this information is, just putting my experience out there
- Show replies
New conversation -
-
-
Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
-
-
-
How does one swab the tonsil?
Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
-
-
-
Many find the tonsil swabbing profoundly unpleasant & a good way to get a gag reflex. In practice, asking for the tonsil swab {a} increases the probability of ruined tests (swab catching tongue or cheek); & {b} encourages avoidance (e.g. once a week rather than twice a week)
Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
-
-
-
In Israel, for PCT tests, it's tonsil and nostril
-
I meant PCR
End of conversation
New conversation -
Loading seems to be taking a while.
Twitter may be over capacity or experiencing a momentary hiccup. Try again or visit Twitter Status for more information.