We've partnered up with Everything Genetic to bring you our COVID-19 at home PCR test, which can tell you if you currently have coronavirus (COVID-19).
Our COVID-19 at home PCR testing kit contains a nasal/throat swab and instructions of how to carry out the test to see if you are infected with COVID-19. You will receive your kit within 24 hours of order and receive your result within 48 hours of it getting back to our partner lab.
- This test can be used to check if you have COVID-19 even if you don’t have symptoms
- It can be used if you do currently have symptoms and want to know if it is COVID-19
- You can also purchase a kit in advance so you have one ready should you need one
This at home COVID-19 test is the same type of test carried out by the NHS. In taking the test you are agreeing that your data can be shared with government organisations for COVID-19 purposes. For example for clinical research or public health monitoring. In addition your data may be entered into the NHS test and trace system. If you do not wish your data to be used in this way then you should not order the test.
Price: £149 (includes the testing kit, pre-paid postage and follow-up advice) †.
†Royal Mail Tracked 24 Postage is included in the price of your kit.
If you do currently have symptoms it is important that you follow current government guidelines. If you want to know whether you’ve had COVID-19, you need to take an antibody test.
How does our COVID-19 at home PCR testing service work?
Step 1: Order your testing kit from Everything Genetic
You can order a test kit online from our approved partner Everything Genetic. You’ll need to create an account to complete your order.
Step 2: Test yourself
The testing kit will instruct you on how to perform the nasal and throat swab.
If you have ordered a kit in advance please store safely until you need to use it. Our COVID-19 at home PCR tests can be used up to 6 months after purchase.
Step 3: Return your kit
You will need to follow the instructions enclosed in your kit and then drop, or organise for your completed kit to be dropped at a local courier COVID-19 safe drop off point.
Step 4: Need extra support?
If you get a positive result and wish to discuss this with our team, you are entitled to a follow up call with our Anytime HealthLine service within 3 months of your test results
Why should I buy a COVID-19 at home PCR test with Bupa?
- We're partnered with Everything Genetic - an accredited laboratory - to do our testing
- You don’t need to be a Bupa insurance customer
- A follow up call with a nurse valid for 3 months after your test, if you have further questions or concerns
- Get a result within 48 hours of the test arriving back at our partner lab
- One transparent price includes the test and follow up advice
If you’re interested in coronavirus (COVID-19) testing for your business, we can help.
The test can confirm if you have COVID-19. A positive result confirms that you are currently infected, and you should therefore follow government guidelines on self-isolation.
The test works by taking a swab from the back of the throat and inner nostril. The swab is then sent to the lab, where they will analyse the sample by looking for the virus’ genetic material.
The test costs £149, inclusive of courier return to the lab, and one follow-up support call with our team of clinicians.
The accuracy of the test is based on two things, firstly the accuracy of using a swab as a technique for detecting COVID-19, and secondly the accuracy of test that the laboratory uses.
- Research suggests the sensitivity (ability to pick-up individuals who are infected with COVID-19) when using a swab is between 70-90%. This means some individuals with a negative result may still be infected. The specificity of the test is over 99%. This means if you do have COVID-19 the test has a 99% accuracy level of detecting it
- In terms of the tests that our Laboratory use to analyse the sample the sensitivity and specificity is over 99%
Because a negative result does not rule out current infection, it is essential to continue to follow social distancing guidelines, and for those with ongoing symptoms to follow government guidance on self-isolation.
The chances of getting a false positive test result is very low.
Bupa Occupational Health Limited provides testing for COVID-19 by working together with Everything Genetic Limited.
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