Individual self-pay nucleic acid test results are usually available within 24 hours, depending on location and hospital. Currently, free nucleic acid testing is available in some cities, and the free test does not provide a full report. Self-funded nucleic acid test needs to be carried out in local designated hospitals, the results will usually be issued within 24 hours. The exact time is subject to the announcement of the local hospital. Nucleic acid testing is the current method used to determine whether or not you are infected with novel coronavirus pneumonia. If you are suspected of having close or sub-closely connected infection and have symptoms such as fever, chest tightness, nasal congestion, etc., you should report the case promptly and isolate yourself until the nucleic acid test results are available. [Note: On December 26, 2022, the National Health Commission announced that the names of “new coronavirus pneumonia” and “new coronavirus pneumonia” were changed to “new coronavirus infection”.