Re: Are Rapid NAAT Tests Acceptable for entry. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. Display as a link instead, Do you live in the United States? Good to know they will work. Was that satisfactory for you?? Thanks in advance. You can post now and register later. But, at the same time micro manage which type test you have to take. I guess you will need to look at the test kit before you buy it and see if it has "rapid" on it. By This is an NAAT PCR rapid test. NAATs have been authorized for use in different settings, such as in laboratory facilities by trained personnel (laboratory-based) or inpoint-of-care (POC)settings. They won't even accept the test kit they partner with/sell. You must receive a valid results document from your test provider that includesthe name of the lab that processed the test, the labs CLIA Lab Number or Certification Number, the address of the lab, your name, the date the test was taken, type of test, and your negative result. Sign up for a new account in our community. Thanks blog! All the info on testing is detailed on RC's website, https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/if-need-an-rt-pcr-test-before-i-cruise-where-should-i-go. Paste as plain text instead, Based upon the link above, yes, a NAAT test can be a "rapid" test. Regular lab based PCR tests take at least 2-3 days for results and for cruises leaving on a Sunday, the unvaccinated child has to take the test within 3 days. As others have said, yes, it's clearly stated on the RC covid test page. So, what is the confusion, the NAAT is acceptable and it must be rapid because a none-rapid NAAT test would have to be taken outside of the 2 day requirement, even if you do a none-rapid NAAT test, would you want to wait till the last minute, or beyond or may or may not come on time, before embarkation on an email that states that you are positive, possibly? The test must be supervised by a health professional, such as a doctor, pharmacy technician, public health worker, or telehealth professional. No. I'm not sure where the confusion is here: First, Royal Caribbean says that you must get the test done no later than/more than 2 days prior to cruise (my words, not their exact words) (which is if you cruise on a Friday, you can get tested on Wednesday) and the link I posted states what it states, the listed type tests are acceptable. Yes NAAT is a Nucleic Acid Amplification Test they are accepted at RCL for pre-boarding test. The most common NAAT test is RT-PCR, so it's possible your test could be both; but there are other types. "MY RCCL" link says nothing about a "48 Hour "PCR" version". Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions, F97AEA45-0709-4B40-8932-FFED132839A3.jpeg. 2 mo. By In retrospect this forum is not the best place to ask that question. Appreciate to know how it goes when you get there. Yup. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. So, what is the confusion, the NAAT is acceptable and it must be rapid because a non-rapid NAAT test would have to be taken outside of the 2 day requirement, even if you do a non-rapid NAAT test, would you want to wait till the last minute, or beyond or may or may not come on time, before embarkation on an email that states that you are positive, possibly? Everytime I call I get a different answer (of course) does anyone else have more insight? We also confirmed this with Royal Caribbean . We've had them some 3 times now for cruises. Apparently you didn't click on the link that I provided earlier: See link above and cut and paste below and the NAAT test referenced isn't referenced as a "rapid" or non-rapid test. From Walgreens.com would like to know if Royal accepts the "Rapid NAAT Test". If your Cue test at work is monitored with documented results (that contain the required information) that will be received in less than 2 days' time, it will be fine too. I have unlimited proctored testing through work, so I'm hoping that will cover it. I am in the same situation with only a NAAT test available as a rapid test in my area. If it is a rapid test, then why not include it on the second line with the rapid antigen test? https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/lab/naats.html, https://medical.mit.edu/covid-19-updates/2020/05/how-does-covid-19-antigen-test-work, how to calculate which days you can take your test, A molecular test,also called a PCR test or NAAT test our testing requirements call this a PCR test, Vaccinated guests must show a negative COVID-19 test result for a PCR or antigen test taken no more than. Cheers! We get a lot of questions about Abbott tests, the most commonly available COVID-19 test brand. I thought the yes, with supporting documentation from Royals website was a pretty solidanswer. This may help:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/lab/naats.html. ". I looked into the specifics of the "Accepted test means an antigen-detecting rapid diagnostic test for the virus (a) which has a sensitivity of at least eighty per cent and (b) specificity of at least ninety-seven per cent. I don't know. Therefore, if you have one or many of those, they won't be good to use on your 3 year old unvaccinated child. PCR is one type of NAAT test (the most common). Most of the time it was within the hour after I took the test. That's the point. I think we have beating a dead horse, at this point. I looked into the specifics of the "Accepted test means an antigen-detecting rapid diagnostic test for the virus (a) which has a sensitivity of at least eighty per cent and (b) specificity of at least ninety-seven per cent. Most stores in my area are offering the RAPID NAAT (A Nucleic Acid Amplification Test)and I cant figure out if Royal will accept it. I'm not sure where the confusion is here: First, Royal Caribbean says that you must get the test done no later than/more than 2 days prior to cruise (my words, not their exact words) (which is if you cruise on a Friday, you can get tested on Wednesday) and the link I posted states what it states, the listed type tests are acceptable. You are overthinking the requirement. Edited May 3 by BirdTravels Great, you do you and I'll do me! ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-113031346', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Grand Cayman. They give you options. I found this:https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/will-i-have-to-take-a-test-before-i-cruise. I don't see how they could deny your test. Quote CruiseCulture Members 7 LocationOrlando Posted May 20 (With the exception of non supervised self tests). It appears I can get no-cost testing at Walgreens, but the testing is listed as this: RAPID NAAT TEST @EnialeDid you ever get an answer to the question you asked? Your link has been automatically embedded. Below are details about which tests are accepted to board the ship. So, see red print above. I used my supervised test with my Cue Health device (at-home rapid NAAT test) and it was accepted without issue (other than the lack of a standardized form for what they're looking for). At the port the worker checking the documents is looking for PCR/NAAT/antigen for the test type. I know that many pharmacys offer this test. And also found this:https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/if-need-an-rt-pcr-test-before-i-cruise-where-should-i-go. Thursday at 06:06 PM in Royal Caribbean International. Wow.just learned somethingIve been signing my unvaccinated kids up for the PCR for the past several cruises not realizing they could take the rapid NAAT. On another page, it says: "You must receive a valid results document from your test provider that includesthe name of the lab that processed the test, the labs CLIA Lab Number or Certification Number, the address of the lab, your name, the date the test was taken, type of test, and your negative result." /sub. You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. For posterity, they accepted our telemedicine-proctored Cue test results from the mobile app. Now, this is somewhat confusing. I hope it is? They have to be sent off to a lab, that involves transportation to and transportation from the lab. Registration details will be sent via email in advance. I don't know what to tell you about that. https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/if-need-an-rt-pcr-test-before-i-cruise-where-should-i-go. A Passport Book or Passport Card, valid for at least six months after your cruise. They won't even accept the test kit they partner with/sell. This is the type of rapid test Walgreens by me offers for free. CC Help Jenn If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Apparently you didn't click on the link that I provided earlier:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/lab/naats.html, which states, see cut and paste below How do you draw the conclusion that the NAAT test referenced is a rapid test? Add to that it is grouped in a sentence with two other 48 hour tests (molecule and PCR). Birth Certificate is also accepted. Since NAAT wasnt discussed in the information they were using, I was told it was not acceptable. It's easy! NAAT tests come in two types, the 48 Hour version and the rapid version. Thank you Julie. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Some NAATs can even be self-administered at home or in other non-healthcare locations. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Upload or insert images from URL. We had backup test results from a CityMD, a regional urgent care chain. By Eniale, No, I don't think Royal Caribbean is eluding to a non-rapid NAAT test. I wish that those answering phones for the cruise line had a quick, correct response to this kind of question. 3. Home test kits that are self-administered at home, and not supervised live by a telehealth professional, are also not accepted. No, I don't think Royal Caribbean is eluding to a none-rapid NAAT test. Started August 27, 2021, By I just found this forum while checking for myself and husband about the testing to get into the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Just call around, CVS/Walgreens, urgent care facilities/your family dr., state or county clinics, what ever, and ask if they have rapid tests that aren't Antigen ask if they have Molecular/PCR/NAATS. Or maybe for others who have used it - has anyone used Cue tests for Royal Caribbean? This is clearly laid out on their website and been confirmed numerous times by people here, including myself. I can't and won't get into who did this, that, or the other thing. The most common rapid test is an antigen test. Even that didn't contain a CLIA/certification number. We use the eMed home test. But I completely understand wanting to make sure you are doing what you are supposed to do! They do not care if it is a rapid test or not and they aren't specifically looking for a brand name. Perhaps they are updating? We are leaving on the Independence of the Seas March 21, 2022, and I am looking into our testing arrangements. We useWalgreens, never a problem for us. I'll be leaving from a US port and was doublechecking the tests accepted. CC Help Jenn It says it takes 24 hours for results they but actually come back in about 2 to 3 hours. Sign up for a new account in our community. We got our results in 6 hours. Unvaccinated kids will take a complimentary test when checking in at the terminal. 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