What is the Carters Chemist COVID-19 Testing Service (PCR)?

There are many different reasons why you may want to have a COVID-19 swab test. Maybe you’re travelling abroad (Fit to Fly Certificate included), Test to Release,  you need a test for work or you’re attending a social event such as meeting friends and family over the holidays. Our In-store COVID-19 PCR Testing Service is a convenient way to get a nose and throat swab PCR test to check for a current COVID-19 infection.

For Day 2 PCR Tests click here: DAY 2 PCR

What if the country I am travelling to accepts an Antigen Test with Certificate instead?

If your destination accepts certified  Antigen Tests you can order one here for home use and a certificate will be provided. Please note that this is a self administered test and requires you to upload a photo to obtain a certificate.

ORDER A HOME ANTIGEN KIT WITH CERTIFICATE HERE

Who is this service suitable for?

The In-store COVID-19 Testing Service (PCR) is suitable for adults and children. For children aged 12 or under, the sample will need to be collected by a parent under supervision of a memeber of our team. It’s not suitable for anyone with symptoms of COVID-19, or anyone who thinks they may have COVID-19. Anyone with coronavirus symptoms can get a free NHS COVID-19 test.

When should I book my appointment?

If you’re flying abroad, please book your appointment no earlier than 96-72 hours before your flight (Depending your desination/Airlines requirements). Try to book as close to this timeframe as you can and no later than 60 hours before your flight. This is to make sure you don’t book too early before you travel. If you don’t book within this timeframe it’s possible you may not receive your results in time. Please see https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for the latest advice from the FCO.

How long will my appointment take?

The appointment including the swab test will take about 15 minutes.

Price

This service costs £99. Including a Fit to Fly certificate if needed.

Important appointment information

Please read carefully before coming into store for your appointment.

• If you, anyone in your household or support bubble have any symptoms of COVID-19, or think they may have COVID-19, please don’t come into store for your appointment. Instead, please call the store to cancel your appointment, stay at home and follow the latest government guidance
• Remember to wear a face mask or covering and maintain social distancing whilst in store. We’re doing all we can in store to help keep our customers and staff safe. 
• It’s very important that you arrive in store at the correct time for your appointment. If you’re late, we can’t guarantee that we’ll be able to re-schedule your appointment

Identity check

• The store team will need to see your passport to check your identity. Please remember to bring this with you.
• You’ll need to remove your face mask or covering for the swab test. As masks should only be touched with clean hands, you may bring hand sanitiser with you to your appointment

Retesting

• A small number of swab tests are sometimes inconclusive, and you may therefore require a retest. We will do our best to accommodate re-tests within the required timeframe but this may not always be possible.**

** Carters Chemis will not be liable for any costs incurred as a result of a failed, delayed or inconclusive test.

To make an appointment Please call the pharmacy on 020 8866 0053 or book online below: