First batch of rapid coronavirus test kits brought to Turkey from China

The first batch of rapid coronavirus test kits were brought to Turkey from China early on March 23. A cargo plane of Turkish Cargo was sent to Shanghai to carry the first batch of the tests. The plane landed in Istanbul's Atatürk Airport at around 4 a.m.

23.03.2020 16:50

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The first batch of rapid coronavirus test kits were brought to Turkey from China early on March 23.

Turkey purchased a total of two million tests, which give the results in 15 minutes, from China amid the efforts to curb the spread of the virus.

A cargo plane of Turkish Cargo was sent to Shanghai to carry the first batch of the tests. The plane landed in Istanbul's Atatürk Airport at around 4 a.m.

The tests were taken to Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital.

The remaining batches will be sent to Turkey in the upcoming days.

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