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    Coronavirus (COVID-19) test kits

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    We offer three different types of COVID-19 testing, swab PCRs, antibody tests and lateral flows. 

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    Test kits are suitable for adults aged 18 and over only. Our test kits are for personal use only, and must not be ordered for anyone else.

    • Step Ahead COVID-19 lateral flow test (non-travel)

      Results in 15 minutes

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    • Flowflex COVID-19 lateral flow test (non-travel)

      Results in 15 minutes

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    • Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR swab test kit

      Confirms if you have COVID-19

      Includes free tracked delivery

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    • Coronavirus (COVID-19) antibody test kit

      Confirms if you have COVID-19 antibodies

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    COVID-19 test kit info

    We offer three different types of COVID-19 testing. Our lateral flow and swab PCR tests will tell you if you have COVID-19.

    Our antibody test will let you know if you’ve had COVID-19 or you’ve produced antibodies after having the COVID-19 vaccine.

    All test kits include everything you need to take the test. The PCR and antibody tests will also include prepaid postage and packaging to send the sample back to the lab.

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    Unfortunately, our testing service isn’t suitable for travel.  

    We offer three different types of COVID-19 testing. Our lateral flow and swab PCR tests will tell you if you have COVID-19.

    Our antibody test will let you know if you’ve had COVID-19 or you’ve produced antibodies after having the COVID-19 vaccine.

    All test kits include everything you need to take the test. The PCR and antibody tests will also include prepaid postage and packaging to send the sample back to the lab.

    Advice for travellers
    Unfortunately, our testing service isn’t suitable for travel.  

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    How our COVID-19 home test kit service works

    1. Request your test kit online and receive it by post.

    2. Take the test using the instructions provided. Lateral flow test users will get their result within 15 minutes. If you’re taking a PCR or antibody test, package up your sample and send it back to the lab.

      Free to send back to the lab if needed ​​​​​​​​​​​

    3. View or download your PCR or antibody results from your Patient Record. We’ll let you know as soon as they are ready by email or text.

      PCR and antibody results are available an estimated three working days from the lab receiving your sample. This timeline is an estimate and it could take longer.  

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      About COVID-19

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      What is COVID-19?

      Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness caused by a newly discovered coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. For most people, it causes mild to moderate symptoms and they’ll recover without needing treatment. But some people may become seriously ill, especially those with underlying health conditions.

      What are the mild COVID-19 symptoms?

      Many people who have COVID-19 will have no symptoms at all (asymptomatic). People who experience mild symptoms are likely to have a fever, dry cough, lose their sense of taste or smell and feel tired. 

      Less common symptoms include aches and pains, blocked nose, sore throat and diarrhoea.

      What are the severe COVID-19 symptoms?

      Severe symptoms of COVID-19 include difficulty breathing, chest pain or pressure. COVID-19 can also be a cause of death. 

      How does COVID-19 spread and how is it caught?

      COVID-19 is mainly caught by breathing in droplets an infected person spreads when they cough or sneeze. It can also be caught by touching infected surfaces and then touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

      How can I prevent catching COVID-19?

      The best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is by keeping your hands clean. This means regularly washing them with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or cleaning them with a 70% alcohol-based sanitiser. 

      Social distancing from people outside of your household/bubble and self-isolating if you have symptoms will also help protect you and those around you. For more info please visit the​​​​​​ Government’s dedicated COVID-19 advice pages.​​​​​​​

      How is COVID-19 treated?

      If you have COVID-19 and are self-isolating you can ease your symptoms by:

      • getting lots of rest
      • drinking plenty of water
      • taking paracetamol to lower your temperature. 

      Find out more about treating COVID-19 at home. 

      If your symptoms get worse it’s important you get  medical advice, either by calling your GP or ringing NHS 111.There’s no specific treatment available for COVID-19. But care you receive in hospital will help relieve symptoms and support your body in its fight against the virus.

      Why is testing for COVID-19 important?

      Because COVID-19 can cause varied symptoms or even no symptoms at all, it's difficult to diagnose without testing. Testing can also help the government understand the levels of the virus around the country. 

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