Issue Of Long Wait For Virus Test Results Addressed

(Providence, RI)--Delays in people getting coronavirus test results is continuing to be an issue in Rhode Island.Health Director Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott acknowledged on Wednesday that results can take up to six days or longer, depending on the lab that's being used; a reason given was that the demand for tests has increased in other U.S. states that have been hard-hit by the virus.Governor Raimondo committed to reducing the testing lab time.

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