Japan to scrap 37.5 C fever rule for PCR testing

Health ministry to allow consultations for people with breathing issues, fatigue

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PCR screening is the most common form of testing for the new coronavirus. (Photo courtesy of Toyobo)

Nikkei staff writers

TOKYO -- Japan's health ministry is set to scrap a rule that requires people to have had a fever of 37.5 C or higher for four days or longer before being eligible for a coronavirus test.

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare's new policy will specify that people should contact authorities immediately if they have difficulty breathing or feel exhausted.

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