He was not able to plan for his trip so he was not able to take an RT-PCR test. (That’s why what we are saying is if the traveler was not able to prepare, let us allow antigen testing upon arrival. Cua said LGUs previously requested the use of antigen testing as a requirement for border entry, whether for emergency or not, instead of RT-PCR test. (We requested to be allowed to use the antigen testing which has not been approved and yet other LGUs have been implementing it. RELATED STORIESDOH: Antigen test not for tourists, workersNegative rapid antigen test to be confirmed via RT-PCR or repeat antigen test — DOHjeRead Next

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer July 12, 2021 02:26 UTC