Residents warned about adverts for 'VIP' PCR tests

Residents are advised not to trust people offering "VIP" services that do at-door PCR tests, and are reminded that test scalpers are illegal.

An online advisement promoting at-door PCR tests for individuals with accelerated results – 2,000 yuan (US$301) for a four-hour waiting period and 3,000 yuan for two hours to get a result – is simply a rumor.

The relevant medical companies and test centers said they only provide group services and there are strict standards for accelerated services: 200 yuan for a four-hour waiting period and 400 yuan for two hours.

Also, the authorities reminded people not to trust any test scalpers, reaffirming it is illegal to conduct PCR tests for others.