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* Book Now * Register for Antigen Rapid Test * Register for PCR Test * Register for Antibody Test * Group/Company testing * More Information * Frequently Asked Questions * Antibody Test * Entry to Japan * Visit Us * Login * English * German * Book Now * Register for Antigen Rapid Test * Register for PCR Test * Register for Antibody Test * Group/Company testing * More Information * Frequently Asked Questions * Antibody Test * Entry to Japan * Visit Us * Login * English * German FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS > GENERAL QUESTIONS > QUESTIONS ABOUT PCR TESTS > QUESTIONS ABOUT ANTIGEN RAPID TESTS > QUESTIONS ABOUT ANTIBODY TESTS > PERSONAL QUESTIONS > QUESTIONS ABOUT MY TRIP GENERAL QUESTIONS WHERE CAN I FIND THE CURRENT TESTING LOCATIONS AND THEIR OPENING HOURS? Locations and current opening hours for our test stations can be found here Monday to Friday: 8am – 7pm Saturday: 9am – 7pm Sunday: 10am – 4pm DO YOU ALSO WORK ON WEEKENDS? Our lab works on weekends just as on weekdays and the test results take the same amount of time to process. The testing stations Stuttgart Königsbau Passagen and Stuttgart Milaneo stay closed on Sundays and public holidays. WILL MY ID NUMBER OR PASSPORT NUMBER BE INCLUDED ON MY TEST RESULT DOCUMENT? Providing your ID card or passport number in the online registration form is optional. If you do provide it, it will be included in the document containing your test result. The report will also contain your first and last name, DOB and address. HOW MUCH DO YOUR TESTS COST? Current pricing of our tests can be found on our registration form. ARE THE COSTS DEFRAYED BY MY HEALTH INSURANCE PROVIDER? We cannot guarantee that the cost will be covered by your health insurance provider as tests are performed upon personal request. The cost per antigen rapid test is €24.99 and per PCR test €49.99. We charge €74.99 for Same Day PCR tests and €119.99 for Express PCR tests (all prices include 0 % VAT). WHAT PAYMENT METHODS CAN I USE? In-person payment is possible in cash or with all credit cards and EC cards (with a logo from Visa, V PAY, Mastercard, Maestro, American Express, Discover, Diners Club or Union Pay). We also accept NFC payments via Google and Apple Pay. The online registration form also allows online payments such as Visa, Mastercard, EC, Maestro or Paypal. WHO IS ENTITLED TO A FREE CITIZEN TEST / BÜRGERTEST? According to the coronavirus testing regulations (Coronavirus-Testverordnung), you are entitled to at least one Antigen Rapid Test per week, subject to availability, if your domicile or habitual residence is in Germany. If you want to get tested via Citizen Test/Bürgertest, please register through our registration form. If necessary, choose the option “Cash/Card payment on site (Choose for Citizen Test)” for payment. Please include a German address which may be used to reach you. Please remember to bring an government-issued ID card and have your four digit booking code ready. For minors, student ID’s (Schülerausweis) or children’s passports (Kinderreisepass) are sufficient. You can then test for Covid-19 via Antigen Rapid Test, free of charge. DO I HAVE TO BE RESIDENT OF THE RESPECTIVE CITY TO GET TESTED? No, we accept all addresses at all test stations. However, we do require a personal ID card for verification of your personal data. DO THE TESTS CONFIRM AN ACUTE INFECTION? Yes, the goal of the offered corona tests is to determine an actual infection with a high probability and to use the results as a proof if requested by official bodies (according to the specific requirements). > You need more information regarding actual situations, restrictions and > requirements? Please inform yourself on the internet sites of public > authorities: Infopage Stuttgart Infopage Dortmund Infopage Nürnberg Infopage Baden-Württemberg Infopage NRW Infopage Bavaria Foreign Office Robert-Koch-Institute German Ministry of Health QUESTIONS ABOUT PCR TESTS HOW DO GARGLE TESTS AND SWAB TESTS DIFFER? There are two ways to take a Covid-19 sample. The best-known method is the nose and throat swab. A small cotton swab is inserted in mouth and nose throat. Gargling is a relatively new method. The World Health Organization WHO has equated it with the nose and throat swap in terms of accuracy. And in Vienna, this method has already become the standard. This method benefits from being simple, pain-free and more pleasant for the individuals getting tested. IS THE RT-PCR THE RIGHT TEST IF I NEED A PCR TEST? Yes, RT-PCR tests is used to detect SARS-CoV-2 viruses in samples. RT-PCR tests detect RNA-viruses, PCR tests detect DNA viruses. SARS-CoV-2 is an RNA virus, so it can be detected with the help of the RT-PCR method. The reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (short RT-PCR) is the combination of two methods of the molecular biology – the use of reverse transcription (RT) and the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) – to detect RNA. SHOULD I SCHEDULE A VISIT FOR THE PCR TEST? To avoid waiting times we kindly ask you to book an appointment in advance online via our booking form. HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE TO GET TESTED VIA PCR TEST? Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians. Minors 16 years of age or older can independently register for the test and do not need to be accompanied to the testing facility but need to provide the parents’ or guardians’ written consent when taking the test. When planning your tests, please keep in mind that testing can be an intimidating experience especially for younger children. In some instances, children may refuse to be tested or their behavior makes safe testing impossible. To ensure the safety of your child and the reliability of our tests, Coronatest.de reserves the right to refer you to a pediatrician if necessary. WHY DO YOU OFFER THE GARGLING TEST TOO? We provide a gargle test for PCR testing. This is a less common method that we offer for a variety of reasons. Many people find gargling to be more pleasant than a nose and throat swab. Using this method, we can offer PCR testing to children ages 6 and above. In addition, the test procedure can be done entirely without direct contact with our staff. This gargling method is now being recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) as an alternative to the nose and throat swab. And in Vienna, this method has already become the standard. The Apotheken-Umschau reported on this. Scientific background and more information: Saliva from the pharynx and nose and throat swabs have achieved similar SARS-CoV-2 detection rates. As saliva can be easily collected, the use of saliva as an alternative sample type is being recommended as a means to detect SARS-CoV-2. (full study: Europe PMC) An increase in testing methods beyond the commonly used nose and throat swab allows for a higher number of tested individuals and more effective monitoring of the spread of COVID-19. (full study: PubMed) WHY IS YOUR PCR TEST SO LOW IN PRICE? We have very low prices for our PCR tests because our procedures are different than in a doctor’s office where every analysis is done one after the other and the results are genrated and sent by hand. Currently many people need tests for a detection of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. For such a large amount of people procedures have to be adapted and that is what we did. We can make that happen with partners that are focussing on effectiveness just like us. We save time because we improved procedures, simplified and digitized them. And who saves time, saves money. And that leads to a big advantage in price for you. We are pretty happy being able to offer you that. HOW IS THE PCR TEST PERFORMED? Our gargle test is performed with a light saline solution that you gargle for 20 seconds. The PCR swab test is performed with a thin cotton swab that gets inserted into mouth and nose throat. The sample is then sent to the lab and analyzed. WHAT IS THE EXPRESS PCR? Express PCR tests are processed directly at the test station. Processing takes 20 minutes. The test costs €119.99 incl. VAT Please note: There is a limited number of Express PCR machines at each test station. During times of high demand, this means that there might be a delay before your test sample can be processed. Our staff will let you know if there is currently a wait. In 98% of the cases you will receive your result within 30 minutes to 3 hours. WHAT IS THE SAME DAY PCR? For a Same Day PCR, samples are evaluated on the same day if the test is performed before the deadlines listed below. The test costs €74.99 incl. VAT In 98 % of the cases you will receive your result on the same day (before midnight), if the test is performed * in Fürth / Würzburg until 12 noon * in Munich / Augsburg until 1 p.m. * in Ulm / Mannheim until 2 p.m. * in Karlsruhe until 3 p.m. * in Stgt Milaneo / Paderborn until 5 p.m. * in Stgt Königsbau / Dortmund / Nürnberg until 6 p.m. WHEN AND HOW WILL I RECEIVE MY PCR TEST RESULT? After the testing process, the gargle sample is sent to a lab and analyzed. You will then receive your result as a PDF document at the email address you used during registration. You can print it out yourself if desired. The PCR test results are currently sent out within 24 – 36 hours in 98% of cases. WHAT IS PCR TESTING? PCR testing is a standard practice in virus diagnostics which can be partially automated. To do this, the samples have to be transported to the lab as quickly as possible. With the PCR method, the genetic material of the virus is multiplied to such an extent that it can be detected even if it is only present in small quantities. This procedure currently takes about four to five hours. Additionally, the transport to and preparation period in the lab as well as potential wait times because of high sample volume also take some time. (source: Bundesgesundheitsministerium) WHICH DATE WILL BE INCLUDED ON MY TEST RESULT? Your test result will include date and time of both test implimentation and issuance of test result. WHAT WILL MY PCR TEST RESULT LOOK LIKE? Here you see an example of a PCR swab test result with all contained information. The results are always in english AND german: Example PCR test result The result of the PCR gargle test looks the same but with the different method. ARE THE PCR TESTS OFFICIALLY APPROVED? All of our PCR test results are certified in an officially recognized and licenced German laboratory by our laboratory physician. QUESTIONS ABOUT ANTIGEN RAPID TESTS SHOULD I SCHEDULE A VISIT FOR THE ANTIGEN RAPID TEST? We recommend booking the test in advance online via our booking form (registration & payment) to avoid waiting times. CAN I GET TESTED VIA ANTIGEN RAPID TEST WITHOUT PRE-REGISTRATION? Yes, you can visit at any time. Please allow for 15 minutes for registration and sampling. During peak times, there may be a short wait. HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO GET TESTED VIA ANTIGEN RAPID TEST? Minors over the age of 12 may book tests and get tested on their own. Children under 12 must be accompanied to the test by a parent or legal guardian. Due to child-safe testing methods, Antigen Rapid Testing can be done at any age. When planning your tests, please keep in mind that testing can be an intimidating experience especially for younger children. In some instances, children may refuse to be tested or their behavior makes safe testing impossible. To ensure the safety of your child and the reliability of our tests, Coronatest.de reserves the right to refer you to a pediatrician if necessary. HOW IS THE ANTIGEN TEST PERFORMED? For the antigen rapid test, a sample is taken from the mucous membranes of the respiratory tracts. This is done by swabbing the throat and nasal passages. The sampling procedure is performed by our experienced staff quickly, thoroughly and with minimal discomfort. You will receive the test result 20 minutes later via email. WHEN AND HOW WILL I BE INFORMED OF THE RESULT OF THE ANTIGEN TEST? After the sample has been taken, you can leave the testing facility. You receive your test result within 20 Minutes via e-mail sent at the e-mail adress that you have registered with. HOW HIGH ARE THE SENSITIVITY AND SPECIFICITY OF YOUR ANTIGEN TESTS? The antigen rapid tests we use have a sensitivity of 98.5 % and a specificity of 100 %. This information will also be included in the document containing your test result. WHAT WILL MY ANTIGEN TEST RESULT LOOK LIKE? Here, you can find an example of an antigen test result with all contained information: Muster Antigen-Testergebnis ARE THE ANTIGEN TESTS OFFICIALLY APPROVED? Yes, all of our antigen rapid tests are approved; additionally, we only use tests which have been listed by the Bundesinstitut für Arzneimittel und Medizinprodukte (BfArM) according to § 1 Abs. (BfArM). For further Information about the listed products, see this page. WHAT IS ANTIGEN TESTING? Antigen tests detecting the protein structures of SARS-CoV-2 work similarly to pregnancy tests. A sample taken with a nose and throat swab is applied to the test strip. If the SARS-CoV-2 virus is detectable in the sample, the protein components of the virus react with the test strip, causing a change in color. Advantages of the antigen tests is that they are low in price and the results are ready within 20 minutes. The easy handling of point-of-care (PoC) antigen tests allows for testing outside of a laboratory, for instance in care facilities, medical facilities, or doctor’s offices without a diagnostic laboratory. Here, a PoC antigen tests can help to identify asymptomatic, possibly infectious persons and to limit the spread of the virus through suitable measures such as temporary self-isolation. (source: Bundesgesundheitsministerium) QUESTIONS ABOUT ANTIBODY TESTS WHAT DOES THE ANTIBODY TEST DETERMINE? The antibody test will check the presence of antibodies against the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, the cause of the disease Covid-19. The test measures qualitatively and quantitatively: both presence and number of antibodies in the blood. HOW DOES THE ANTIBODY TEST DIFFER FROM AN ANTIGEN RAPID TEST OR A PCR TEST? Unlike Antigen Rapid Tests and PCR tests, antibody tests do not detect whether an infection with the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus is currently present. Since the body only forms antibodies to diseases after some time, the antibody test is only meaningful after about 2 weeks after the infection or the (second) vaccination. DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE ANTIBODY TEST? Like all tests at Coronatest.de, the antibody test is also possible without an appointment. You also can book an appointment with prior online payment if you prefer. To speed up the testing process, we recommend prior online registration and contactless payment. WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT TO GET TESTED? There is no minimum age for the antibody test. In the case of minors, the finger prick must be performed by the parents or a person with parental authority. WHEN AND HOW WILL I RECEIVE THE RESULT OF THE ANTIBODY TEST? You will receive the result of your antibody test as soon as the machine evaluation of your blood sample is completed. This process takes about 20 minutes. As soon as your result is available, we will send it to the email address you provided during the registration process in accordance with data protection regulations. WHY SHOULD I GET TESTED? There are several reasons to perform an antibody test. You can check your vaccination status and measure your vaccination titer. You can also determine whether you may have already contracted Covid-19 unnoticed. Some countries require a minimum amount of antibodies in the blood for entry – you can check this quickly and easily to make sure you meet the travel requirements. WHAT DOES A POSITIVE RESULT MEAN FOR ME? A positive result on an antibody test means that your body has developed defenses against the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2. If you have been vaccinated against the virus, it means that your vaccination was most likely successful. If you have not yet received a vaccination, the positive result means that you have most likely been infected with Covid-19 in the past. Based on current knowledge, this means you are immune to SARS-CoV-2. It is currently uncertain how long your acquired immunity will last. Regardless of your test result, please follow the recommended protective measures and hygiene tips provided by public health authorities to keep the risk of infection and further spread of Covid-19 low and to protect yourself and those around you. WHAT DOES A NEGATIVE RESULT MEAN FOR ME? A negative result on an antibody test means that your body has not (yet) developed defenses against the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2. If you have been vaccinated against the virus and your (second) vaccination was more than 2 weeks ago, this may mean that your vaccination was not successful. Additionally, the negative result means that you have most likely not been infected with Covid-19 in the past, or that a possible infection occurred so long ago that immunity is no longer present. Based on current knowledge, this means you are currently not immune to SARS-CoV-2. Please follow the recommended protective measures and hygiene tips of the health authorities to keep the risk of infection and further spread of Covid-19 low and to protect yourself and those around you. WHAT DOES THE ANTIBODY TEST RESULT LOOK LIKE? Here you can see an example of an antibody test result with all the information included. Sample antibody test – positive Sample antibody test – negative PERSONAL QUESTIONS WHICH TEST SHOULD I CHOOSE? Whether an antigen rapid test or a PCR test is best suited for your individual needs depends on why you are choosing to get tested. List of possible reasons for choosing an antigen rapid test: * I need my test result within 20 minutes * I am visiting family members and want to protect them * I need to present a negative antigen test result to the nursing home housing my family members * I have returned from a high-risk area and want to shorten my mandatory self-isolation period after quarantining for at least five days * I want to travel to a region or country which requires antigen tests for entry List of possible reasons for choosing a PCR test: * I want to travel to a region or country which requires PCR tests for entry * I have been explicitly mandated to present a PCR test to an institution or organisation * I prefer a PCR test for personal reasons Feel free to also have look on our comparison of the main different points of antigen and PCR tests. WHEN AND WHY SHOULD I GET TESTED? The best way to prevent transmission of COVID-19 is to protect yourself and others from infection. It is essential to observe hygiene etiquette rules and practice social distancing. Before interacting with others (e.g., at a family reunion or a meeting with friends, a visit in a hospital or in a nursing home or before returning to the office), or if you think you might have contracted the disease, a test for infection will provide additional safety. If you want to shorten your quarantine period after having returned from a high-risk area, you can now (starting December 1, 2020) do so with an appropriate test. This has been agreed upon by federal and state (Länder) governments. (source: Berlin.de) Additionally, due to the current situation, some countries require antigen tests or even PCR tests for entry. Information on when and how you need to get tested can be found on the website of the Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt) under ‘Sicher reisen’. WHAT HAPPENS IF THE TEST IS POSITIVE? Being infected carries the risk of spreading the disease to others. If your test result is positive, immediate quarantine and initiation of the measures defined by the Robert-Koch-Institute in collaboration with the local Health Authorities (Gesundheitsamt) are mandatory. Additionally you should do a PCR test after receiving a positive antigen rapid test result. If the test is positive, you will receive information on what to do next. Because COVID-19 is a reportable disease under German law, we are obligated to notify the local Health Authorities and initiate further procedures. Your local Health Authorities’ contact information can be found here:https://tools.rki.de/PLZTool/ DO I HAVE TO BE A RESIDENT OF THE RESPECTIVE CITY TO GET TESTED? No, anyone can get tested regardless of residence. However, we do require a personal ID card for verification of your personal data. QUESTIONS ABOUT MY TRIP CAN I USE A NEGATIVE TEST RESULT TO TRAVEL? Corona regulations differ in different parts of the world. Generally, the respective country decides which kind of documentation is required. We recommend the Website of the Foreign Office (Auswärtiges Amt) for current and extensive information on testing and travel. IS A NEGATIVE RESULT ACCEPTED AS AN OFFICIAL DOCUMENT IF I RETURN FROM A HIGH-RISK/VIRUS VARIANT AREA? CAN IT REDUCE MY QUARANTINE PERIOD? In the case of prior stay in a high-risk area, the quarantine period is generally ten days and can be terminated prematurely if proof of recovery, proof of vaccination or negative proof of testing is submitted via the upload portal of the digital entry application. The quarantine ends at the time of transmission. If a proof of recovery or vaccination is already transmitted prior to entry, no quarantine is required. In the case of transmission of a proof of test, the underlying test must have taken place no earlier than five days after entry. Before departure, please be prepared for your carrier (e.g. airline) to require you to submit a current PCR test prior to travel if you have been in a virus variant area at any time in the ten days prior to entry. After your arrival, further PCR testing may be ordered by the health department at the airport or at the place of segregation/quarantine. Please be aware of the 14-day quarantine requirement, which also applies to vaccinated and recovered individuals. A shortening of the quarantine period is not possible. Source: Current information for travelers from the Federal Ministry of Health WHAT COUNTRIES CAN I TRAVEL TO USING YOUR TEST RESULT? Generally, our tests can be used for air travel and are recognized by airlines and immigration authorities. However, individual countries may require additional certificates or documentation. More information on this topic as well as which test type you need can be found on the website of the Federal Foreign Office as well as the websites of the country you are planning to travel to. Coronatest.de results are officially recognized by the Japanese government as well as the African Union. More informationen about how to add the required certificates to your test result can be found on our info page about Japan. Please note: Our test results cannot be used to enter into Hong Kong. To travel to Hong Kong, please use a different provider. Additionally, Express PCR results cannot be used for travel to Dubai. Please choose our Standard PCR or Same Day PCR test options if you are planning to travel to Dubai. CAN I TRAVEL TO HONG KONG WITH A CORONATEST.DE TEST RESULT? No, Coronatest.de results cannot be used to enter into Hong Kong. If you are planning to travel to Hong Kong, please use a different provider. CAN I TRAVEL TO DUBAI WITH A CORONATEST.DE TEST RESULT? To travel to Dubai, please choose a Standard PCR or Same Day PCR test. Express PCR results are not accepted for entry into Dubai. WHEN SHOULD I GET TESTED REGARDING TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS OF MY AIRLINE OR DESTINATION COUNTRY? Please be aware that PCR processing currently takes up to 24-36 hours in 98% of cases, on rare occasions even longer. It is your responsibility to be informed of any travel restrictions by your airline or destination country, including whether the time restrictions for testing apply to your departure, arrival or any layovers on your trip. We cannot give you any general answers. Please contact official institutes or your airline for more information. We strongly recommend booking a rebookable or refundable flight as there may currently be delays in PCR processing. HOW CAN I USE THE IATA TRAVEL PASS APP? All Coronatest.de test stations and labs are officially recognized partners of IATA (International Air Transport Association). 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