FAQ
frequently asked questions
The test looks for the presence of antibodies (produced by people with the virus to counteract the virus) against the COVID-19 virus.
To see you if you previously had COVID-19 and may have some immunity from it.
It costs £69 for a test.
Please pay for your test online and bring your booking confirmation with you. Our testing station is located in the visitor car park at Coral Romford Greyhound Stadium, London Rd, Romford RM7 9DU. Alternatively, you can pay by card as you arrive.
We accept all major debit or credit cards including American Express.
Our testing service is being held in the visitor car park Coral Romford Greyhound Stadium, London Rd, Romford RM7 9DU
Monday – Friday: 10AM – 4PM (we will not be open on 6th July)
That’s correct, you will remain in the car at all times even when waiting for your results.
Yes, this service is open to all members of the public.
This test is relevant for people who have been isolating and wish to return to their household, community or workplace and need to know that they aren’t infectious.
There’s no appointments just simply turn up anytime between Mon – Fri 10AM – 4PM.
The maximum waiting time when we are busy is usually 20-30 minutes.
Yes, we will give you a booklet which will have your results recorded. You can use this to show others your results including your employer.
The link between the presence of antibodies and immunity is not proven. A positive test result for antibodies does not necessarily mean that you are immune to COVID-19. However, as we learn more about COVID-19 you will be in a better position to understand the implications of your test results.
Please follow government advice here.
Our tests are 98.6% accurate in detecting COVID-19 antibodies. The tests are CE certified and our manufactured in a certified laboratory in Switzerland (9001:2015 & ISO 13485:2016).
The link between the presence of antibodies and immunity is not proven. A positive test result for antibodies does not necessarily mean that you are immune to COVID-19. However, as we learn more about COVID-19 you will be in a better position to understand the implications of your test results.
Please follow government advice here.
PCR tests are performed by a fully trained, healthcare professional. It involves analysing a sample collected from deep inside the nose or the back of the throat by a swab or the sample might be saliva or other fluid. The test can take from less than an hour to several days to get a result.
Antibody testing looks for the presence of antibodies (produced by people with the virus to counteract the virus) against COVID-19 virus. The tests involves taking a finger prick blood sample which is then analysed for the presence of antibodies associated with COVID-19. (These tests should only be performed and interpreted by fully trained, healthcare professional).
Further advice on PCR & Antibody testing can be found on the government website here.
Following any antibody test you must still follow government advice on social distancing, hand-washing and isolation.
Having antibodies simply makes it more likely that you will not have a second infection or, failing that, that a second infection would be milder compared with a similar person who has no such antibodies. However, it is still not proven that you immune from COVID-19 once you have developed the antibodies.
Unfortunately we can only tests adults. Anyone over the age of 16 we can test.
