MUMBAI : In order to maintain social distancing and protect healthcare workers, Mumbai's Suburban Diagnostics has introduced a COVID-19 drive-thru collection point test where the samples of the patients are collected while they sit inside the car, without having any physical contact.

The coronavirus test is being conducted at the Western Express Highway at Goregaon on Service Road, Mumbai. People who show any symptoms of COVID-19, can apply online and make an appointment to undergo the test.

While the person undergoing the test sits inside his car, the technician at the centre collect the samples in a contactless manner.

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