Where to do pre-departure test? Check out the charges of Hong Kong testing centers!
2021-11-01
You can now enjoy quarantine-free travel to a lot of countries simply with a negative COVID test report! But not all testing centers can provide testing services for children. How should we find the right center? Are private hospitals always better? Can I get a report on the day of test? INDICAID has gathered all the information you need.
| INDICAID lab | Private Hospitals | Medical Centers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Central | HK Island, Kowloon, New Territories | HK Island, Kowloon, New Territories |
| Booking | Online | Online / Phone | Online / Phone |
| Scope of HK COVID Tests | PCR Test Rapid Antigen Test | PCR Test | PCR Test |
| PCR Report Time | 24 hrs Express 6 hrs1 | 2-24 hrs | 8-48 hrs |
| RAT Report Time | 30 mins | / | / |
| Sample Collection | Deep throat saliva Nasal and throat swabs | Deep throat saliva Nasal and throat swabs Nasopharyngeal swab Throat Swab | Deep throat saliva Nasal and throat swabs Nasopharyngeal swab Throat Swab |
| Age Requirement | Suitable for all ages2 | Normally > 6 | Normally > 6 |
| Independent Sampling Room | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Testing Price | (PCR Test) From $580
(RAT) $380 | $800-2500 | $300-1800 |
| Other Charges | Includes consultation fee and report fee | Need to pay extra consultation fee and report fee | Need to pay extra consultation fee and report fee |
1 Express PCR test report available at 6pm on the same day for samples submitted before noon
2Toddlers are suitable for nasal & throat swabs. Eligibility for the test is subject to on-site medical professional judgment on the day of testing
INDICAID lab - Hong Kong Testing Center
In addition to selling different self-service rapid testing products, INDICAID lab also provides one-stop testing services (PCR test, Rapid Antigen Test and Online RAT) to ensure meeting different travel entry requirements including mainland and overseas departures, cruise ship high seas travel testing, early childhood testing and work certificate.
INDICAID lab operates from Monday to Sunday; we provide independent sampling rooms and can prepare test report by 6pm on the same day for samples submitted before noon. Let's get tested safely, quickly, comfortably and accurately.
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