Mount Sinai Health System Launches COVID-19 Saliva Testing Program to Protect Public Health as Business and Leisure Activities Reopen
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Program, an official partner of the New York State Excelsior Pass program, offers fast and accurate testing NEW YORK (PRWEB) April 05, 2021 As businesses look for ways to safely reopen, Mount Sinai Health System announced today the launch of the Mount Sinai COVID-19 PCR Saliva Testing program to provide quick, noninvasive, and precise testing to support safety for businesses and leisure activities in New York. The Program offers an easy, effective, and accurate COVID-19 test for the public. Mount Sinai is an official partner of the New York State Excelsior Pass program, a new effort to fast-track the opening of theaters, stadiums, and other businesses.
One hour prior to a saliva test, patients cannot eat or drink (including water), brush or floss teeth, use mouthwash, smoke or chew gum.
Mount Sinai s program works in partnership with New York s Excelsior Pass program. Results from the tests are sent to the Excelsior Pass app, the newest tool touted by Gov. Andrew Cuomo that is meant to quicken the return of live performances, sports events and other in-person activities. Test results can also be obtained through MyChart.
“We developed one of the first highly sensitive antibody tests, pioneered innovative therapies to treat COVID-19, and are researching the lingering effects suffered by ‘long-haulers.’ This program is designed to help our community in slowing transmission and getting us back to normal,” said David L. Reich, MD,President and Chief Operating Officer, The Mount Sinai Hospital.
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