Getting PCR TEST

[Matalow]

Hi folks ,I’m having surgery on the 31 of this month the hospital requires me to have the test 72 hrs before surgery. They have told me I can get it done locally to save 200+ miles round trip,the only people that seem to do it are Boots but trying to book a appointment online is proving impossible.I’m having private treatment as the waiting lists are horrendous unless it’s a emergency .Any advice please.

Regards Mike

Jack on his latest hill walk ( photo)

[Caza]

I don’t know the answer just wanted to wish you luck. Love the picture reminds me of where we used to spend a lot time in Scotland.

[Hidden]

Yes online booking I find is hit and miss . I usually have more luck by ringing the store . Good luck.. isn’t Jack lovely xx

[Matalow in reply to Hidden]

Hi tried that but they insist it’s done online thanks anywat

[Hidden in reply to Matalow]

A royal pain in the 🤬

[AgedCrone in reply to Matalow]

If you mean Boots say it’s only on line on the phone ……do try going in personally….that’s how I got the test done.

[springcross]

I can't help I'm afraid - just wanted to say Jack's a beautiful dog and good luck with the surgery. 🤞

[AgedCrone]

Have you tried going in to your local Branch of Boots & explaining your situation to the pharmacist? Alternatively speak to your rheumy nurse…hospitals have overflow locations to get the test before a procedure.

I recently got a drive through test before a hospital procedure ….in a large unit behind the hospital car park!

It was just two nurses & a table with the test kits…but it did the job!

[oldtimer]

Can you ask for a home test? The last twice I've done PCR tests at home after getting lost in an unfamiliar town.

[Matalow in reply to oldtimer]

Sorry old timer the hospital needs a certified PCR test.A home test would be easier for me.Regards Mike

[summer32A]

Marlow NHS or private hospital???Surely they both should provide the test for you??

[Matalow in reply to summer32A]

Hi summer they will but it’s a200 mile round trip to the private hospital and NHS won’t do one for private patients .

[summer32A]

Can they lost you a test?Next idea is get on nhs site for approval PCR tests providers,this is usually for holiday people,but thru may be able to courier or post one?

I believe some providers may offer a video link to observe you doing it?

If you are traveling to private hospital 200miles I assume you must live some where remote?

[summer32A]

Post you a test typo