Vitality offers Covid-19 tests to members

Provided in partnership with DocTap

Adam Saville
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VitalityHealth started offering coronavirus tests to its health members from 29 July 2020

Covid-19 testing has been made available by Vitality for additional charges to its health members. All tests are provided in partnership with Vitality face-to-face GP provider, DocTap, who will conduct the test, provide the results and provide any additional support to members. Antibody testing There are two types of antibody tests available to Vitality members. A rapid antibody test (SureScreen) can be done by taking a blood sample during the consultation. Results are available within 10 minutes and the test costs £18. A blood sample can be sent sent to a laboratory (done by...

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