PCR test sites, used for those who have displayed symptoms of the virus due to their high rates of accuracy, will also be able to offer lateral flow tests for collection during specific time windows.

Each lateral flow test kit will come with instructions on how to use it. If you need to carry out a throat swab, Abdeh says to open your mouth wide and rub the swab over the back of your throat ...

Lateral flow tests are currently still available to order from the government website. But how accurate are these at-home tests in determining whether or not you have Covid?

A lateral flow test is going to give you the best indication of whether you have Covid or not - other than if you had symptoms, in which case you’d get the highly accurate PCR test.

These lateral flow tests will be delivered to your home in a matter of days. If you are unable to use the online service, you can also order them by calling the free number 119 between 7am and 11pm.

Boots sells a single Flowflex antigen rapid test lateral flow self-testing kit online for just £1.75, while Superdrug has a pack of three available for £5.79.

Ordering lateral flow test kits from a pharmacy You need to get a 'collect code' before leaving to pick up your lateral flow tests as the NHS now matches your details to the order.

Lateral flow tests provide rapid results - but if you've got Covid symptoms, you'll need to do a PCR test ...

Ordering lateral flow test kits from a pharmacy You need to get a 'collect code' before leaving to pick up your lateral flow tests as the NHS now matches your details to the order. You can get ...

Ordering lateral flow test kits from a pharmacy You need to get a 'collect code' before leaving to pick up your lateral flow tests as the NHS now matches your details to the order.

Lateral flow tests are for people who have no symptoms but will help you to check if you may have Covid-19 and prevent it spreading to others.