PCR Test
Need to know if you have the virus? The PCR Swab test is the most accurate test available with same day results available.
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Clinics open early, late and on Sundays
Results delivered from 23:59 the same day
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- Outbound PCR Fit to Fly test
COVID-19 RT-PCR Test
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Choose the time that best suits you from 1000s of daily appointments with our easy to use online booking portal. It only takes 2 minutes.
Get Tested in 10 Minutes
Visit one of our testing centres in London, Watford, Newcastle or Manchester and get your sample taken by a healthcare professional.
Get Results
Your sample is analysed and you'll receive your test results by email and text as quickly as same day if you choose a same day turnaround service.
Your PCR Result Certificate
You'll receive your Doctor-signed PCR test result certificate via secure email & text.
GMC: 3076541
When will I get results?
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FAQs About Your PCR Test
Have questions? Get answers to your questions from our expert covid support team 7 days a week.
Chat With UsWhat does the UK's "Traffic Light System" for travel mean and what do I have to do?
As overseas travel can take place from 17 May, the government has devised a traffic light system which classifies international travel destinations based on Covid-19 risks. Countries may be red, amber, or green. Each colour corresponds to specific rules when returning to the UK.
What do the three colours of the UK’s ‘Traffic Light System’ for travel mean?
- Red: You must pay for a 10-day stay in a managed quarantine hotel, as well as a pre-departure test and two PCR tests upon return to the UK (Day 2 & Day 8).
- Amber: You will need to quarantine for 10 days, as well as taking a pre-departure test, and two PCR tests on return to the UK (Day 2 & Day 8). Optionally you can take a test on Day 5 (Test to Release) to leave quarantine early.
- Green: You will not need to quarantine on return, but you must take a pre-departure test, and a PCR test on return to the UK on Day 2.
How will the government decide which countries go on the green, amber or red lists?
Countries are assigned to the three lists, based on a range of Covid-19 health metrics, which include figures on population vaccination, infection rates and prevalence of variants. The different traffic light colours indicate the risk in each destination and the associated tests and quarantine periods required. Lists are reassessed every three weeks, to account for changes in each country’s COVID-19 situation.
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book a quarantine hotel package (including 2 COVID-19 tests)
- Quarantine in a managed hotel, including 2 COVID-19 tests
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book Day 2 and Day 8 COVID-19 travel tests (to be taken after arrival in England)
- Quarantine at home/place you are staying for 10 days
- Take a COVID-19 test on/before Day 2 and on/after Day 8
- You may be able to end quarantine early through ‘Test to Release’
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book a Day 2 COVID-19 test
- Take a COVID-19 test on/before Day 2 after you arrive
- You do not need to quarantine unless the test result is positive.
What does the test do and how accurate is it?
A PCR test is a nucleic acid test that looks for the genetic code (RNA) of the virus. It will confirm if you currently have the virus. It will not confirm whether you have had it and have developed an immune response - there are other tests available for that (see our antibody test). It is the gold standard of testing and is 99.9% accurate.
How is the test taken?
A throat and nose swab sample is taken by one of our healthcare professionals at one of our clinics in London, Watford, Manchester and Newcastle.
Where can I get a test?
You can book a PCR test online for any of our clinics in London, Watford, Manchester and Newcastle. At each clinic we have healthcare professionals who administer your tests.
How quickly can I get results back?
As fast as 23:59 the same day you take your PCR test if you choose a Same Day turnaround time. We also offer results by 18:00 the next day after your test and 2 days after your test by 18:00. All test samples are analysed 7 days a week and you’ll get your results as soon as they’re released.
How do I receive my results and what information is shown on the certificate?
Your test results will be sent to you securely by text and email including a PDF you can download. Your certificate will show your full name, date of birth, passport number, date and time of test, and issue date. It will also be signed by our Medical Director, Dr. Jeremy Harris GMC: 3076541.
What are the possible results of my PCR test?
Negative: You do not have any evidence of an active COVID-19 infection.
Positive: The virus that causes COVID-19 has been detected on your swab. You will need to self-isolate for 10 days in accordance with government guidance.
Unclear: On rare occasions, it might not be possible to say if you had the virus when your test was done. In the event of this happening, you’ll need to come in again for a retest. We offer all retests free of charge.
Are you recognised by the UK Government and are you accredited?
We’re a leading UK government recognised provider of all private COVID-19 tests. Our tests are analysed at UKAS accredited labs that comply to ISO15189 and ISO17025 standards.
Is your PCR test accepted worldwide?
Yes, it’s accepted by all international destinations. Our real time PCR (RT-PCR) method is fully certified and accredited by Public Health England. This test is trusted by airlines and embassies.
Does a PCR test include a Fit to Fly Certificate?
A PCR test does not include a Fit to Fly Certificate. You’ll need to book a PCR Fit to Fly test instead. Fit to Fly Certificates are offered free of charge.
Is a PCR test safe for children?
Yes, children of any age can take a PCR test but we require children under the age of 18 to have parental consent.
Why should I have my test with Corona Test Centre?
We are the UK’s most trusted coronavirus testing facility with more 5-star reviews than any other provider. 99% of test results are delivered on time for passengers wishing to travel.
We have facilities across the UK and offer 1,000s of appointments everyday, including Sundays. Our UK based call centre is open 7 days a week and our laboratory tests 7 days a week to ensure you get your results on time.
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Have questions? Get answers to your questions from our expert covid support team 7 days a week.
Chat With UsWhat does the UK's "Traffic Light System" for travel mean and what do I have to do?
As overseas travel can take place from 17 May, the government has devised a traffic light system which classifies international travel destinations based on Covid-19 risks. Countries may be red, amber, or green. Each colour corresponds to specific rules when returning to the UK.
What do the three colours of the UK’s ‘Traffic Light System’ for travel mean?
- Red: You must pay for a 10-day stay in a managed quarantine hotel, as well as a pre-departure test and two PCR tests upon return to the UK (Day 2 & Day 8).
- Amber: You will need to quarantine for 10 days, as well as taking a pre-departure test, and two PCR tests on return to the UK (Day 2 & Day 8). Optionally you can take a test on Day 5 (Test to Release) to leave quarantine early.
- Green: You will not need to quarantine on return, but you must take a pre-departure test, and a PCR test on return to the UK on Day 2.
How will the government decide which countries go on the green, amber or red lists?
Countries are assigned to the three lists, based on a range of Covid-19 health metrics, which include figures on population vaccination, infection rates and prevalence of variants. The different traffic light colours indicate the risk in each destination and the associated tests and quarantine periods required. Lists are reassessed every three weeks, to account for changes in each country’s COVID-19 situation.
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book a quarantine hotel package (including 2 COVID-19 tests)
- Quarantine in a managed hotel, including 2 COVID-19 tests
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book Day 2 and Day 8 COVID-19 travel tests (to be taken after arrival in England)
- Quarantine at home/place you are staying for 10 days
- Take a COVID-19 test on/before Day 2 and on/after Day 8
- You may be able to end quarantine early through ‘Test to Release’
- Complete a passenger locator form
- Take a COVID-19 test
- Book a Day 2 COVID-19 test
- Take a COVID-19 test on/before Day 2 after you arrive
- You do not need to quarantine unless the test result is positive.
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We have over 1,000 appointment slots available daily, including Sundays. All tests are administered by medical professionals.
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