ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates conducted 72,630 coronavirus tests over the last 24 hours, discovering 246 new cases, ministry of health announced on Wednesday. There were no new deaths from the virus, added the ministry of health, meaning the death toll remained at 358. In a statement, the ministry has once again affirmed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and carry out the necessary treatment, and over 5.6 million tests have been carried out so far. Meanwhile, seven new drive-through coronavirus screening centers have opened across the country. The Ambulatory Healthcare Services announced on Tuesday the launch of laser-based DPI testing (blood test) for people wanting to enter or re-enter Abu Dhabi at select drive-through screening centers. During the first phase, the service will be provided at screening centers in Zayed Sports City and Corniche in Abu Dhabi, Al-Hili in Al-Ain, and at the National Screening Centers in Mina Rashed, Al-Khawaneej, Ras Al-Khaimah and Fujairah, the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, SEHA, said in a statement. Those wanting to enter the emirate can book an appointment via the SEHA app and pay the Dh50 charge. — Agencies