Speed via Logistics
- No Batching: We run samples as they arrive, not when a machine fills up.
- Direct Courier: Samples go straight to the lab, bypassing clinic holding fridges.
Why Hospitals Take 24-48 Hours
The technology to run a PCR test doesn't take 24 hours. The actual chemical reaction takes less than 2 hours. So why do hospitals make you wait days?
The answer is "Batching."
Hospitals and large clinics use massive analyzers that process 96 samples at a time. To save money, they wait until they have 96 patients before running the machine. If you are patient #1, you wait for 95 other people to show up.
The 4-Hour Timeline
At CheckThatMate, we use Continuous Flow Processing. We don't wait for batches. Here is exactly what happens when you book with us:
Collection & Dispatch
Sample collected. Dedicated courier moves directly to lab. No stops.
Lab Intake & Prep
Sample arrives. Barcode scanned. Technician begins RNA extraction immediately.
Extraction Complete
Genetic material is isolated. Loaded into the Thermocycler.
Amplification (PCR)
40 cycles of heating and cooling amplify DNA. Results appear in real-time.
Data Review & Send
Technician verifies curves. Digital report generated and emailed securely.
The Cost of Speed
Running small batches is more expensive. It requires more technician time and higher reagent costs per test. CheckThatMate absorbs these costs because we believe speed reduces anxiety. Knowing your status 20 hours earlier means 20 hours less stress.
