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Get tested for COVID-19

If you have symptoms of COVID-19 you should get tested.

Please note: We are unable to test anyone for travel purposes.

There are 2 types of tests that can detect if you have the COVID-19 virus:

  1. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
  2. Rapid Antigen Test (RAT)
  • PCR tests are taken at testing clinics by healthcare workers and are better at detecting COVID-19. The test involves a swab being taken from the back of your throat and nose. It generally takes less than a minute. Once the test is complete, the sample is sent to a laboratory and tested to see if you have COVID-19.
  • RATs can be used at home without supervision and can give you results in 15 minutes. If you test positive using a RAT, you are considered COVID positive and you must report your result to the Department of Health online via: https://dhvicgovau.powerappsportals.com/rapid-antigen-test/ .
    Or call to report on: 1800 675 398

When should I get a test?

You should get tested for COVID-19 if you have any of the following symptoms:

  • fever
  • cough
  • tiredness
  • loss of taste or smell
  • sore throat
  • headache
  • aches and pains
  • diarrhoea

Please seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms, such as: difficulty breathing, or shortness of breath, loss of speech, mobility, confusion, or chest pain. Always call before visiting your doctor or health facility.

How and where to get your test

Please see the Department of Health Website

https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/get-a-covid-19-test