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Coronavirus- COVID-19 antibody test kit
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  • Results within 2-3 working days
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) antibody test kit

Get tested for COVID-19 antibodies using this kit. A positive result means you've been exposed to the COVID-19 virus. This could be due to catching COVID-19 in the past and/or having a COVID-19 vaccine.

We won't be able to tell you why your result is positive. But we can tell you the level of antibodies found in your sample. If they’re less than 0.8U/mL you’ll be negative, anything above this is positive. The number of antibodies may indicate your body’s immune response to the virus or vaccine. 

The kit comes with free delivery plus everything you need to collect your sample and send it back to the lab.

You’ll usually get your results within 2-3 working days of the lab receiving your sample. You can access these in your Patient Record and download a copy of your results. 

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Coronavirus- COVID-19 antibody test kit

If you’re testing for antibodies after a vaccine you should wait at least 14 days after your first or second dose. No vaccine or antibody test is 100% effective. There is a small chance you’ll test negative even after a vaccine.

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  • CE-marked sampling equipment
  • Results within 2-3 working days
  • Free delivery

How our COVID-19 home test kit service works

  1. Request your test kit online and receive it by post.

  2. Take the test using the instructions provided. Lateral flow test users will get their result within 15 minutes. If you’re taking a PCR or antibody test, package up your sample and send it back to the lab.

    Free to send back to the lab if needed ​​​​​​​​​​​

  3. View or download your PCR or antibody results from your Patient Record. We’ll let you know as soon as they are ready by email or text.

    PCR and antibody results are available an estimated three working days from the lab receiving your sample. This timeline is an estimate and it could take longer.  

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How does the test work?

The antibody test works by analysing a sample of your blood to test it for COVID-19 antibodies. An antibody is a protein that the body produces to help fight infection. If you have had COVID-19 or had the vaccine against it, your body might have produced specific antibodies to fight off the virus.

Watch the video the find out more. 

About the COVID-19 antibody test kit

  • Our COVID-19 sampling kits are fully regulated

    • Sampling kits are CE-marked which means they conform to European standards for medical testing
    • Roche antibody test
    • They are legal to supply in the UK
    • The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) provides UK-accredited medical services globally
  • Do I need a COVID-19 antibody test?

    If you think you’ve had COVID-19 in the past, this antibody test can confirm this. Or you can use this test to check your body’s immune response to the COVID vaccine. 

    If you think you currently have COVID-19, you should get a COVID-19 swab test, which will confirm if you have the virus now.

  • Positive antibody test results

    If you test positive for antibodies it means that there were COVID-19 antibodies in your blood sample. This means your body has produced a response to COVID-19, either from having the virus or the COVID-19 vaccine.

    A positive result will not be able to distinguish if your antibodies are due to a previous COVID-19 infection or a COVID-19 vaccine.

    You will also be told your antibody level. Your antibody level is the number of antibodies in your blood. If you test positive this can be anything from 0.8-2500+. The level of antibodies can suggest your body’s response to either the virus or vaccine. 

    As COVID-19 is still a fairly new virus, we don’t know yet what the significance is of each value or whether your immune response is high or low, whether it can change with time, or how long you might have it for.

  • Test accuracy

    The test has specificity of 98.8% and a sensitivity of 99.8%. 

    This means that:

    • Out of 1000 people tested, 12 will get a positive result when they’re actually negative. This is called a false positive.
    • Out of 1000 people with antibodies, 2 will test negative even though they’re positive. This is called a false negative. 
  • Antibody testing after the COVID-19 vaccine

    If you’d like to test your immune response after the COVID-19 vaccine, you can do this from 14 days after your first dose. 

    You can get tested again from 14 days after you second vaccine, to see if your antibody level has changed. 

    No vaccine or antibody test is 100% effective. There is a small chance you’ll test negative even though you’ve had the vaccine.

  • Antibody testing after having COVID-19

    Not everyone who’s had COVID-19 will test positive for antibodies. This can be due to low levels of antibodies in your system or the time that’s passed since having the virus.

  • Using the COVID-19 antibody test kit

    To collect the sample from the antibody COVID-19 test you’ll need to prick your middle or ring finger  to produce blood. It’s important you follow the instructions provided in the kit very closely. We’ve also created a handy step-by-step guide below.

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    How to get an antibody test

    You can request a COVID-19 antibody test from our website. 

    Will I get my result instantly?

    No, you’ll need to collect your sample and then send it back to the lab for processing. Once the lab has your sample, you’ll usually have your result within 2-3 working days.

    Who can get a COVID-19 antibody test?

    • Test kits are suitable for adults aged 18 and over only
    • Our test kits are for personal use only, and must not be ordered for anyone else 
    • You will be limited to one kit per person, per order

    Is there anyone who shouldn’t take the test?

    Antibody results might be affected if:

    • You’ve had a recent plasma infusion (receiving the liquid part of the body's blood)
    • You’re immunocompromised (your immune system's defences are low due to certain medication or medical conditions). 

    When will my COVID-19 antibody blood sampling kit arrive?

    Your sampling kit should arrive within 2-3 working days of your order being approved by our clinicians.

    What does the kit come with?

    The antibody test kit comes with:

    • 3 lancets

    • Alcohol swabs

    • Instructions for use

    • Patient information sheet

    • Plasters

    • Postage paid envelope that can be put in any post box

    • Sample collection tube

    • Sample collection tube case

    • Sample collection tube label

    • Wipes

    When should I take my test?

    You should take the test on the same day that you’re able to post it back to the lab. This will reduce the risk of your blood sample deteriorating or getting damaged.  

    If you’re testing after the COVID-19 vaccine, you should leave it at least 14 days after each dose to test for antibodies.

    How do I send my sample back to the lab?

    Your kit will come with packaging and prepaid postage, so you can send your sample back to our partner lab.

    How will I receive my COVID-19 antibody results?

    Once the lab has received your sample, it usually takes 2-3 working days for them to process your results.

    The lab will send your results back to us and we’ll send you an email (and text if you have opted in to receive SMS updates) to let you know that your results are ready. You’ll need to log into your account and your results will be in your Patient Record. You’ll also be able to access a downloadable certificate of your results. 

    Should I take this test even if I didn't have COVID-19 symptoms?

    You can take the antibody test whether you have had symptoms or not. 

    A positive result on an antibody test doesn’t confirm immunity. You should follow government guidance on social distancing and self-isolation if you or someone in your household/bubble develops symptoms.

    What happens if I test negative for COVID-19 antibodies?

    Testing negative for COVID-19 antibodies means that there were either no antibodies or the levels were too low to be of any significance.

    Out of 1000 people with antibodies, 2 will test negative even though they’re positive. This is called a false negative. This can be due to low levels of antibodies in your body. 

    What happens if I test positive for COVID-19 antibodies?

    If your result is positive, this means COVID-19 antibodies were detected in your sample. This means your body has produced a response to COVID-19, either from having the virus or the COVID-19 vaccine.

    Out of 1000 people tested, 12 will get a positive result when they’re actually negative. This is called a false positive and it can happen when the test detects antibodies of similar viruses in the sample.

    What does my ‘antibody level’ mean?

    Your antibody level is the number of antibodies in your blood. If you test positive this can be anything from 0.8-2500+. 

    The level of antibodies can suggest your body’s response to either the virus or vaccine. As COVID-19 is still a fairly new virus, we don’t know yet what the significance of the level’s value or whether this might change with time and how long you might have this immune response. 

    If I have a positive result for antibodies, am I immune from COVID-19?

    No, unfortunately testing positive for antibodies doesn’t mean you’re immune from COVID-19.

    A positive result for antibodies:

    • Means you have been exposed to COVID-19 in the past or had the COVID-19 vaccine 
    • Doesn’t mean you’re 100% immune
    • Doesn’t mean you can’t spread the virus to other people
    • If you test positive for antibodies you still need to follow social distancing guidelines and the restrictions in your local area. 

    How soon after the vaccine can I take an antibody test?

    From 14 days after each dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

    Can I get a copy of my antibody results?

    Yes, when you get your results, you’ll be able to download a copy of these from your Patient Record.

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