The breakthrough "less invasive" test for the detection of COVID-19 would replace the traditional swabs with a liquid which tourists would take as a mouthwash. It would then be placed in a test tube and offer a "100% reliable result" within minutes. The system, which also has a very low cost, is expected to be operational shortly once the test is approved by the European Medicines Agency. Revealing details of the new mouthwash test, he said: "All this represents great progress so that we can offer maximum security at our airports." He indicated that they would be interested in using the new mouthwash test for the arrival of both national and international holidaymakers.

Source: Daily Mirror June 30, 2020 12:56 UTC