Supervised Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs)

$30.00

+ purchase of TGA approved rapid antigen test (where applicable)

At Nelson’s Amcal Pharmacy, we offer expertly supervised rapid antigen testing (RAT) conducted in-pharmacy with a certificate issued on the same day. Our in-pharmacy rapid antigen testing is designed to support with entry requirements for travel, aged care, return to work, hospitals, healthcare, and more.

This service is only available for asymptomatic customers. To learn more, just ask our team.

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Get a pharmacist-certified result

Once a rapid antigen test is conducted, your Amcal pharmacist will issue a certificate confirming the result to be the true and correct result of the test conducted on the day.

This certificate may be used for proof of status in many situations. Please note that different destinations, institutions or situations may have different requirements so don’t forget to check this before booking*.

*It is the customer’s responsibility to check the requirements for their particular destination.

How it works

  • The rapid antigen test is conducted in a private consultation room with the appropriate personal protective equipment in line with Amcal’s COVIDSafe guidelines.

  • Your pharmacist may either conduct the test personally or supervise while you perform the test, ensuring proper procedures are followed for your test.

  • The result is certified by the pharmacist to be the true and correct result of the test conducted on the day.

Who it’s for

  • The service is only suitable for asymptomatic patients who require a certified rapid antigen test for relevant work, travel, or entry purposes.

  • Different situations have different requirements, so don’t forget to check this before booking. If traveling, check the requirements of your destination at smartraveller.gov.au.

Recording the results

Once a rapid antigen test is conducted your pharmacist will then issue a certificate confirming the result of your test.

What happens if the result is positive

The service is only suitable for asymptomatic persons, but if you receive a positive result you must follow local Department of Health guidelines in your State or Territory.

Negative results do not exclude infection with COVID-19. For positive test results follow Department of Health guidelines in your applicable State or Territory. Available at selected pharmacies for asymptomatic persons requiring certification only and not a diagnostic tool for those with COVID-19 symptoms. For travel, requirements vary between destinations. To check the requirements for your destination, visit https://www.smartraveller.gov.au.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes – provided it is a TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) approved and authorised rapid antigen test which ensures it is an accurate and reliable result. The pharmacist must personally supervise that the correct testing technique is conducted as per the manufacturer’s guidelines, which may differ depending on which test is being used, and can only certify the result if a registered RAT device is used.

    If you do not have a TGA approved and authorised rapid antigen test at home you can simply purchase one at Nelson’s Amcal Pharmacy.

  • As long as whichever test kit selected has been registered and approved for use in Australia by the TGA, a certificate will still be issued certifying the result. Consumers can check the list HERE for all TGA approved kits in Australia.

  • Rapid antigen tests can be used for all age groups, however children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

  • If you receive a positive result, follow local Department of Health guidelines in your State or Territory.

  • This service is only suitable for asymptomatic patients who require a certified rapid antigen test for work, travel or entry purposes. Negative results will allow the pharmacist to issue a valid certificate of proof of result if asymptomatic. A negative test result is not a guarantee that you do not have coronavirus. Please continue to follow local Department of Health guidelines in your State or Territory.