Book Your Fit to Fly PCR Travel Test in Glasgow

Qualities common to both PCR and Antigen tests are:

• Nasal and throat swabs are taken
• Available at Glasgow and all UK-wide Vivo Clinics
• Quick, convenient, and available at a low cost
• Completion requires only 15 minutes in-clinic or test from home

PCR tests only:

• Look for RNA related to coronavirus
• Are available in standard PCR or RT-PCR compatible test formats

Antigen tests only:

• Identify the presence of SARS-CoV-2 virus’s antigens in a person’s swab samples

Yes, restrictions vary from country to country and continue to evolve, but you will need a test. Exact entry requirements vary wildly between countries and often change, sometimes several times in a week.

Increasingly, fit-to-fly certificates are now requested by airlines and as an entry requirement.  With negative results, our results sheets (sent via email) are recognised in their own right as a fit-to-fly document. Fit-to-fly certificates are available for both our PCR and antigen tests. It is worth checking travel requirements before your tests as some destinations may accept PCR tests only.

All test results are sent complete with a fit-to-fly certificate from our CQC registered lab. Your results sheet and email will provide all that you need to verify that you are fit-to-fly.

Receive an instant Fit-to-Fly certificate if you purchase our premium service.

Yes, infact we sell lots of Covid-19 tests online. Simply buy sample collection PCR kits and Antigen test kits at these links. Testing by post is convenient and time-saving, although you do lose the in-clinic experience. Ultimately, the choice is yours!

Yes. The Vivo Clinic laboratory is regulated by and registered with the CQC (Care Quality Commission) – https://www.cqc.org.uk/). Our CQC certificate number is CRT1-4708702735.

Yes! Vivo Clinic PCR tests have 100% sensitivity.

Antigen tests have 97% specificity and 80% sensitivity. These tests are approved by both the EU and Public Health England.

Whether you choose PCR or Antigen (Lateral Flow) tests, your appointment will take no longer than 15 minutes. In this time, we will complete everything needed at our Glasgow clinic including sample collection and form completion.

Sometimes, such as if you have an urgent international flight, you will need an instant fit-to-fly certificate. These are simple to book and available through our premium service. You would book a premium appointment online and then complete your test in-clinic.

Vivo Clinic would then at the appointment time send your fit-to-fly certificate (including a QR code) via email and SMS instantly.

Sorry, but the answer is no. PCR and antigen tests assess current infection only. Historic infections will not be detected.

If you have a positive test result you need to take UK government advice immediately. This varies from time-to-time, so read the latest policies and guidance at https://111.nhs.uk/covid-19. Alternatively, you can speak to the NHS for advice by calling their hotline on 111.

Travel restrictions for Covid-19 vary significantly between different countries.

If you are planning a trip, particularly one across numerous international borders we would recommend visiting our travel advice portal. These country-specific pages provide detailed guidance per country and are updated each time travel requirements change.

Yes, here is some additional advice about the appointment:

• The sample collection process and your total time in-clinic should take no longer than 15 minutes, our staff will guide you through the entire process
• You will need to bring a valid passport to the appointment with you
• We will need you to complete a form when in our clinic. This will contain both personal and contact information. Some of this is needed for inclusion on the fit-to-fly certificate