Covid-19 Rapid Antibody Test

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.  The blood sample may be taken using a finger prick test.  The blood from the finger prick sample is then dropped onto the special rapid test.  The results are then shown after about 15 minutes.

The rapid antibody test is not currently approved for home use and only available for professional healthcare use.  We can now offer the Roche antibody test for home use using the special kit.  This test involves taking the finger prick sample and then sending this to the laboratory for analysis.

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 rapid antibody test is not currently available for home use.