February 28, 2022
Key Things to Know About Covid-19 Vaccines
Well, COVID-19 is something we all seem to be used to now. Whilst rules are getting more simple to live in the UK, travel may be more complicated. Having your...
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December 31, 2021
How Do Covid-19 Antibody Tests Differ From Diagnostic Tests?
By now we are all used to the idea of having to have COVID-19 tests. Surely, with the current level of information and exposure you know what an LFT test...
November 30, 2021
The Difference Between Rapid Antigen Test and Lateral Flow
COVID testing kits are now widely available, and the type you need will depend on what you’re trying to do. In the U.K., in order for people to return to...
October 29, 2021
The Only PCR Test Guide You’ll Ever Need
In today’s day and age, you are likely familiar with what a PCR test is by now and that it is needed in order to confirm an active Covid diagnosis....
October 25, 2021
COVID-19 PCR Testing and Cycle Thresholds
There is a rumour going around Instagram and other social media sites that The World Health Organisation has confirmed that the PCR test is flawed and all tests with a...
September 14, 2021
How Accurate are COVID-19 Antigen Tests?
These days, COVID tests and procedures have become a routine part of life. That said, it does seem that requirements are ever changing and can be confusing. No matter your...
June 30, 2021
Which Test is Best for COVID-19?
PCR test, Antigen Test, Antibody Test: You’ve probably heard all kinds of names talked about when speaking of COVID-19 tests now. Well, Pearl Chemist Group has the low-down and we...
May 25, 2021
Fit to Fly: Your Guide to Pre-Travel PCR Tests
COVID-19 has interfered with travel significantly in the past year and a half. Countries all over the world have restrictions concerning travellers entering their countries, and UK travellers are no...
May 22, 2021
Benefits of and Concerns Regarding Rapid Antigen Tests
It has been over a year since the Covid-19 pandemic started and most countries have now instituted some form of management by testing. There are essentially three main types of...
April 10, 2021
The Difference Between PCR, Antigen and Antibody Tests
In these unprecedented times, it’s important to have regular COVID-19 tests to help prevent the spread of disease. As life returns to a sense of normality, there are different types...
April 6, 2021
Will the COVID Vaccine be Mandatory for International Travel?
As the UK eases restrictions, there will be vaccination and testing requirements going forward. In the UK, there is talk of the vaccine passport, the EU a digital green certificate,...
March 5, 2021
Which Type of Test is Best for Covid?
Polymerase Chain Reaction or PCR is one of the two types of testing on offer for Covid-19 – the other is antibody testing. Understanding the two types of test currently...