COVID-19 tests can be purchased or obtained from several places depending on the location and type of test needed:
- Pharmacies: Many pharmacies, including Apoteket AB, Apotek Hjärtat, and Kronans Apotek, offer COVID-19 self-tests and antigen tests for purchase or sometimes free for those at higher risk. Tests can be bought online or at physical stores.
- Online retailers: Some pharmacies and retailers also sell rapid lateral flow tests online for home use.
- Health service online portals: In some regions, ordering test kits is possible through health portals like 1177 in Sweden, where you pick up the kits at designated collection points.
- Some test clinics offer antigen tests with travel certificates if needed for travel.
For free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests in the UK, certain high-risk groups can get them from pharmacies without an appointment.
In summary, the best locations to buy COVID-19 tests are local pharmacies (both in-store and online), official health service portals, and specialized test clinics. The availability of free tests or test types may vary by country and individual eligibility.
