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On Thursday, July 15, the new Step by Step Plan began to operate, which grants greater freedoms to those who have the Mobility Pass, that is, who have completed their vaccination schedule against Covid-19.

In addition, as of Monday, July 19, all the communes of the Metropolitan Region will be in phase 3 of Preparation, which implies an increase in capacity. For example, for events in closed spaces, the maximum capacity is 100 people, while in open spaces it is 200, if all have a Mobility Pass. In addition to the curfew, which will begin at 22.00 hours or at24.00 hours, depending on the incidence of active cases and population level of vaccination, according to each region.

However, although the health measures have begun to relax, which is great news for the bride and groom, they should not be neglected either, especially on the day of the wedding itself. Have you thought about asking your guests for a PCR test? Perhaps an antigen test? Although it may seem exaggerated, it is a precaution that never hurts and, in fact, more and more people are taking it as a precaution.couples who are adopting this measure.

PCR Test

PCR, which translates as Polymerase Chain Reaction, is the reliable test to detect SARS-CoV-2. In Chile, several laboratories take the PCR test at home and many of them are already working with attendees at mass events.

What is the modality? The laboratories operate by going to each person's home. But if you want to get a discount, what they propose is to gather all the guests in a single place designated by you. That is, if there will be twenty guests, you can call those twenty at different times at a specific point. Or, you can schedule two days and divide them into groups of ten andten, for example.

You can set up a room, a section of the garden or, if you live in an apartment, rent the event room, so that the guests can pass by five at a time. In any case, the sampling is quite fast.

The results of this test are ready within 24 to 36 hours, so it is suggested that the PCR be taken one to two days before the wedding. Once ready, the results are sent to each guest's email address of record, or to an assigned person to receive them all.

Prices

Regarding values, the value of taking PCR at home fluctuates between $40,000 and $55,000. In a laboratory where they cost $49,990, for example, the price drops to $41,990 for taking the test to more than 20 people. Therefore, since it is likely that each guest will pay for their own PCR, it will be a good alternative to access a discount. Now, if any guest prefers to do itat your home address and pay the full value, welcome.

How to simplify the process? Since your guests will make this effort to attend your wedding, it is ideal that you are the ones who are in charge of finding a reliable laboratory, negotiate discounts and book the hours in advance.

Antigen test

On the other hand, there is also the possibility of taking the antigen test or rapid test, which allows the detection of SARS CoV-2 viral proteins. In this case, the results are obtained within 15 to 30 minutes, so you can implement this test during the same day of the marriage.

For example, setting up a tent in the event center specifically for this purpose and also demarcating an area for the reception of the results. If you opt for this modality, you will have to count the times well so that you do not have to wait, for example, for the civil officer.

Prices

The antigen test has a price that fluctuates between $20,000 and $40,000 on average. In some laboratories, the value has a surcharge if it is performed on weekends. And there are also discounts for a greater number of people. For example, in a laboratory that costs $19,990, the price of the test decreases to $14,990 for more than 20 people.

In the case of both the PCR test and the antigen test, you will find laboratories that are open from Monday to Sunday.

It's the new reality of pandemic weddings. Or post pandemic, if you will, when that time comes. The truth is that protocols have changed and asking for a PCR test no longer seems like a big deal. What's more, your guests will appreciate it, as everyone will enjoy the wedding much more calm, safe and relaxed.