A staff member at a Glasgow-based medical practice has tested positive for COVID-19. 

The individual became unwell on Tuesday, March 10 and has not returned to Keppoch Medical Practice since.

The Possilpark GP was informed of the test for coronavirus came back positive on Saturday. 

Keppoch Medical Practice assured the public that health guidance was being followed.

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Anyone who was in direct contact with the staff member will be contacted individually. 

A statement by the practice read: "Our colleague who tested positive for the coronavirus has not been in the practice since becoming unwell on Tuesday morning.

"We were informed of the results this afternoon.

"People collecting prescriptions, letters and forms or having any conversations at reception desk are not contacts with this case and are not at any higher risk as a result."

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The Saracen Street medical practice added on their Facebook page: "Anyone who has been in direct contact with this staff member will be contacted individually.

"Anyone developing systems consistent with COVID19, however mild should self-isolate for 7 days."