Covid-19 Antibody Screening

The antibody test should be performed at least 2 weeks following symptoms or suspected exposure to coronavirus.  This period allows time for the antibodies to be formed.  If you are symptomatic or it is less than 2 weeks since you had symptoms the PCR test may be more suitable.  The antibody test can show if you have ever been infected with SARS-CoV-2.

The Covid-19 antibody test is performed by taking a blood sample and using this for analysis.  The blood sample may be taken using a finger prick test or using a needle and syringe.  The sample is then sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis.  This is not the same as home testing kits that have been mentioned in the news having unreliable results.  This particular immunoassay test has shown very high accuracy and mentioned in some news stories.  The sample is usually taken by the doctor or nurse in clinic or the Roche test can be done at home.  The home test involves taking a finger prick blood sample at home and then sending this to the laboratory for analysis.

To undergo the Covid-19 antibody test please complete the enquiry form on this page.  We will then contact you to arrange a consultation with our doctor who will discuss the test and implications. The sample is taken in clinic by our team and then sent to the UK accredited laboratory for analysis.  The team will then contact you once the results are available.  Results may take about 2-3 days from being sent.

The Coronavirus antibody test is £125, which includes your consultation with a doctor, test and results.  This is payable using our secure online payment page.  The home kit sample is currently £75.