You can now get COVID-19 tests at government health facilities in Malaysia!
There are three different COVID-19 tests, and here are their charges for citizens and foreigners!
COVID-19 Tests + Costs @ Government Health Facilities!
You can now get COVID-19 tests at government health facilities in Malaysia! There are three different COVID-19 tests, and here are their charges for citizens and foreigners!
| COVID-19 Test | Citizen | Foreigner |
| Rt-PCR |
RM 150 | RM 250 |
| Antigen RTK | RM 60 | RM 120 |
| Antibody RTK | RM 30 | RM 60 |
Rt-PCR is short for Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction. It requires a nasopharyngeal swab sample, and is the gold standard for diagnosing COVID-19.
Antigen RTK is short for Antigen Rapid Test Kit. It detects the presence of COVID-19 antigens in a nasal or nasopharyngeal swab sample, and is a fast diagnostic test.
Antibody RTK is short for Antibody Rapid Test Kit, and it detects the presence of COVID-19 antibodies in a blood sample. It shows whether you current have COVID-19, or have had it in the past.
Malaysia Government COVID-19 Tests : Free For These Individuals
COVID-19 tests at government health facilities in Malaysia are free for these individuals :
- Public servants conducting official duties within the country, or overseas.
- Both citizens and foreigners who are suspected of being COVID-19 positive.
- Both citizens and foreigners who are close contacts of COVID-19 positive patients.
- Residents in EMCO (Enhanced Movement Control Order) areas.
- Individuals under ILI (Influenza-Like Illness) and SARI (Severe Acute Respiratory Illness) surveillance.
- Foreign travellers who received special exceptions from paying for the tests.
COVID-19 : How To Keep Safe!
Here are a few simple steps to stay safe from COVID-19 :
- Avoid suspected cases or disease hotpots, like hospitals, if possible!
- Avoid public events and crowds
- Keep our hands clean with soap or hand sanitiser
- Keep our home, office, vehicles, etc. clean
- If you need to wear a surgical mask, make sure you put it on and remove it properly!
- Wash your food with water (and soap) after purchase and before preparation
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