RT-PCR Test Cardiff

PCR stands for Polymerase Chain Reaction. It’s a laboratory-based test designed to detect coronavirus related RNA.

Many popular travel destinations will not allow you to enter the country until you have produced negative results from a test taken within 72 hours of your flight.

Our PCR tests are taken in-clinic and we email you the travel recognised results promptly.

Most permitted travel destinations, including Category B countries, require you to produce evidence of a negative result from a test that was conducted within 72 hours of your flight. This time window varies, so please check with your travel operator before booking a test.

When using our booking calendar you will be able to see the day your results will be sent out. We email your results sheet between 4 pm and midnight so you can decide the best time/date to book your test.

In the interest of expedience, you will receive a results email which is recognised for travel.

Yes. Sample kits are available here however you may prefer an in-clinic appointment as the process will be expedited. You also benefit from taking the sample under the supervision of our trained clinical staff.

Yes, the laboratory we use is registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission. Certificate number: CRT1-4708702735

The test has 100% sensitivity

No. A PCR test looks for current infection.

The Cardiff clinic address is:

VIVO Clinic
Castle Court
6 Cathedral Road
Cardiff
CF11 9LJ

If you receive a positive result, this means that you are currently infected with COVID-19, and you could pose a risk to others around you. Therefore, you should self-isolate immediately, and inform those you have been in contact with in the last 7 days in case this result affects them.

If you would like further information on what you should do if you receive a positive result, you should visit https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19 or contact the NHS on 111.

The countries to which you can currently travel, and their respective regulations are continuously evolving. We recommend that you visit the Government webpage which is kept up to date with the latest information and developments.

Your sample collection will be supervised by our trained staff who will provide full guidance. You may also wish to familiarise yourself with the sample collection procedure prior to your appointment.