With several positive cases reported at KPNS recently, it is very important that we all understand and follow guidance around isolation and testing:

• LFT Lateral Flow Tests - the tests you do at home  a few times a week, getting the results back in 15-30 mins: These are recommended for people WITHOUT symptoms. They should not be used if children have symptoms of covid-19.

  • Lateral Flow tests are only for people WITHOUT SYMPTOMS

• PCR tests - these are the tests normally done at a drive through testing centre, results are normally sent by text within 24 hours. These are for people with symptoms of covid-19, EVEN MILD SYMPTOMS:

  • If you have symptoms of COVID-19, get a PCR test as soon as possible if you have any of these symptoms, even if mild:

  • a high temperature
  • a new, continuous cough
  • a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste

  • Stay at home until you get your test result – only leave your home to have a test. Check if people you live with need to self-isolate

• PCR tests are for people WITH SYMPTOMS, EVEN MILD SYMPTOMS