Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR), a member of the VINCI Airports network, launched the antigenic testing service for the detectionof Covid-19, thanks to an alliance with Laboratorios Echandi, a Costa Rican company with more than 60 years of experience in the health sector. Passengers traveling to or from Guanacaste can take the test at the airport. The process of
sampling and antigen analysis is carried out in the laboratory located in the terminal, allowing passengers to know the result of their test in less than an hour. The results will be available in digital or printed format. In addition, as part of the traceability of the results, a QR code scanning system will be implemented so that the airlines can verify the veracity of the results.
A website was set up that allows passengers to schedule an appointment for their tests, in order to facilitate access to the service. Passengers may also walk-in for the test if they wish. Airport staff will be available to guide and inform visitors about the new facility, the use of the QR code, and booking appointments.