Gujarat government reduces RTPCR test charges in private labs
December 01, 2020
Gandhinagar: The Government of Gujarat has today slashed the price of RTPCR tests.
A decision has been taken in a core group meeting chaired by Chief Minister, said Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel who is also Health minister.
Nitin Patel said, ‘RTPCR test in private laboratory will cost Rs. 800 while such test through home or hospital visit will cost Rs. 1100.’
Patel said the decision to reduce RTPCR test rate has been taken in view of reduced price of RTPCR kits.
The decision is effective from today.
The Government offers RTPCR and rapid antigen tests for free at its facilities.
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