The number of PCR tests conducted from 15-21 November were recorded at 10,713, 8,743, 11,105, 10,306, 11,398, and 12,095, respectively. Dr. Samaraweera stressed that there would be no reduction in the number of PCR tests conducted in the country at present. According to him, the issues that prevailed regarding PCR testing in Sri Lanka have now been sorted out and therefore, PCR tests are being carried out with the maximum capacity. Meanwhile, the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) urged the Epidemiology Unit to start conducting random PCR tests within society. “From the statements the Chief Epidemiologist makes, it seems like he still doesn’t accept the importance of conducting PCR tests,” Dr. Aluthge said.

Source: The Nation November 23, 2020 00:56 UTC