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FAQ

1. PCR Testing. This COVID-19 PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) is the gold standard of coronavirus testing because it has a high sensitivity for detecting the virus in a sample.

2. Rapid Antigen Testing. Antigen tests are less sensitive than PCR tests Our Antigen tests exceed the WHO quality standards and are acceptable for travel to the United States, the UK and Germany (these countries also accept PCR tests).

Travel requirements change frequently, and We cannot guarantee the travel restrictions and test requirements for each country and airline, so please ensure that you have confirmed the test type and time requirements before booking your appointment.

Antigen test Results will be available within 15-30 minutes with travel certificate

The PCR test results are generally available guaranteed under 6 hours from the time your PCR test specimen is taken. it may depends on location also please refer our location specific turn around time prior to booking tests. * In case of unforeseen circumstances like sample spillage or leak etc. or failure by laboratory partner we do not guarantee the result. in those circumstances we will try our best to retake your sample at no extra cost to you. We do not hold any liability for your any financial loss or airline ticket cost or won’t be able to provide refund or compensation of any kind.

Yes! We have special corporate and group rates available. We can also provide on site testing. For pricing and availability please call us at +1(825) 401-0974

Results will be sent to you via secured email in PDF copy which you can show at airport or print.

Yes. Our tests are approved for international travel.

Yes, Travel certificate has QR code which can be scanned by authorities and they can verify result directly.

You can also reach us at [email protected] or you can call us on +1(825) 401-0974 from Monday to Friday  9:00AM to 6:00PM and Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Yes we are open for test during weekend. However, our laboratory partner process samples 24*7- 365 days a year, so If your travel date is on weekends you will get you certificate emailed to you on weekends as well

We can collect nasal swab as well as oropharyngeal swab . Default swab is nasal swab but if you require other type of swab please let us know at a time of appointment

Vida Health Services

6936 77 St NW, Edmonton AB T6E 6V2

Yes, we test infants toddlers and children of all ages.

If you are symptomatic or have been contacted by public health you do not qualify to use our screening services. You must visit an assessment Center.

If your test is positive for Covid-19 then you must immediately contact your local health guidelines for information on how to proceed. All of this information can be found in the link below: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/topics/Page17239.aspx https://www.alberta.ca/isolation.aspx