Why do you need my NRIC and/or Passport for the COVID-19 PCR Swab Test? What about local address and email/handphone number?

Why do you need my NRIC and/or Passport for the COVID-19 PCR Swab Test? What about local address and email/handphone number?

Verification of your physical NRIC and/or Passport is part of our protocol. Your results memo will reflect these particulars. Your local address and handphone number are necessary to facilitate contact tracing in the event that your test result is positive.