COVID-19 PCR tests in London

Who doesn’t love London? With all the culture, history, and art – the bustling city of London has so much to offer. The advantage of living in London is that everything is within a stone’s throw – including some of the best healthcare facilities.

With the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic, London (and the UK as a whole) was quick to step up and implement stringent safety measures. Part of these safety measures include providing a sufficient amount of COVID-19 PCR tests in London that are easily accessible and affordable for everyone.

People are more motivated to get a PCR test in the event they have symptoms. And making it affordable and easy is the best way to keep people testing. This keeps people pro-active about detecting Covid-19 early. In the end, this puts a stop to the spread of Covid-19 and can ultimately save lives.

Covid-19 PCR Testing in London

There are countless locations to get the COVID-19 PCR test in London for travel or if have been exposed or think you have Covid.  Rapid Antigen Tests and Antibody Tests are also readily available. You can find Covid-19 testing at your General Practitioner’s office, local pharmacy, and specially designated testing sites located throughout the greater London area.

Covid-19 Testing at Pearl Chemist Group

There are different methods used to detect whether a person is infected with the Covid-19 virus. There are Viral tests and Antibody Tests available, though viral tests are more common since they evaluate for active infection. The Viral Test that is most used is the PCR Covid Screening Test.

PCR testing is considered the gold standard for Covid Screening and is the method of evaluation responsible for providing the running count of active Covid cases in the UK.

Pearl Chemist Group is proud to offer:

·         COVID-19 PCR test in London with same-day results

·         COVID-19 PCR test in London for Fit to Fly Certificate

·         Rapid Antigen Tests (Lateral Flow Test)

If you are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 and are a resident in the UK, you are eligible for a free COVID-19 PCR test in London on the NHS.

Covid screening on the NHS must be done through your GP Surgery, if applicable, or by urgent appointment at your local A&E.

The benefit of booking a private PCR Covid Test at Pearl Chemist’s Merton, Tooting, Earlsfield, Banstead, or Streatham branches is that you can get a PCR test and get your results on the same day. If you test positive, you can act fast to prevent spreading the virus to others and start treating your symptoms as soon as possible.

It’s important to note that appointments are not necessary to undergo Covid Screening at Pearl Chemist. However, they are recommended for your safety. The PCR Swab Test is also available at other local Pearl Chemist pharmacies including Wimbledon, Morden, Tolworth, Banstead, and Wandsworth.

 To find the pharmacy nearest you, please visit us online at www.pearlchemistgroup.co.uk and schedule your COVID-19 PCR test in London at cheap and affordable rates.