Covid-19 tests

Covid-19 tests available in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk

SARS-Cov-2 (COVID-19) RT-PCR

Testing Method: Real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), gene detection method

Specimen collection: Nasal and throat swabs (nasopharyngeal swab)

Purpose: Confirmation of COVID-19 diagnosis

Characteristics: This method is currently used to confirm COVID-19 diagnosis in most countries. It is suitable for travel and work-related purposes.

Price: 2500 Rubles (next day result) / 3000 Rubles (same day, urgent result)

SARS-CoV-2, IgG / IgM (EXPRESS / RAPID TEST)

Testing Method: Immunochromatography
Specimen collection: Serum collected by venipuncture (blood)
Purpose: Suitable for urgent qualitative detection of SARS-CoV-2 IgM and IgG antibodies (summary)
Characteristics: This test may be used for early diagnosis, isolation, and treatment which are essential to cure the disease and control the epidemic.
Interpreting results: Negative results do not rule out SARS-CoV-2 infection, particularly in those who have been in contact with the virus. Follow-up testing with a molecular diagnostic should be considered to rule out infection in these individuals. Results from antibody testing should not be used as the sole basis to diagnose or exclude SARS-CoV-2 infection or to inform infection status.

Price: 1900 Rubles (same day result, within a couple of hours)

SARS-CoV-2, IgM (anti-SARS-CoV-2, IgM) qualitative

Testing Method: Serology method

Specimen collection: Serum collected by venipuncture (blood)

Purpose: Serologic tests can detect the presence of antibodies in serum within days to weeks following acute infection

Characteristics: Typically, in this pandemic period, most doctors only suggest a test to diagnose COVID-19 if you have symptoms or you've had exposure to someone with COVID-19 recently

Interpreting results: Detection of IgM may suggest relatively recent infection. Test result is qualitative, meaning it provides a simple “yes or no” answer as to whether or not antibodies are present. However, qualitative testing cannot measure how many SARS-CoV-2 antibodies are present, and it doesn’t indicate the strength of the immune response.

Price: 900 Rubles (next day result)

SARS-CoV-2, IgG (anti-SARS-CoV-2, IgG) qualitative

Testing Method: Serology method
Specimen collection: Serum collected by venipuncture (blood)
Purpose: IgG testing is normally done after full recovery from COVID-19. It is meant to show whether a patient has developed antibodies against the virus or not.
Characteristics: IgG levels decrease more slowly over time than IgM and are observed after a median of 12-14 days and last for several months.
Interpreting results: IgG levels decrease more slowly over time than IgM. Positive result might mean that a patient had past exposure to the virus (with or without symptoms) or presumed immunity. This test result is qualitative, meaning it provides a simple “yes or no” answer as to whether or not antibodies are present. However, qualitative testing cannot measure how many SARS-CoV-2 antibodies are present, and it doesn’t indicate the strength of the immune response.

Price: 1300 Rubles (next day result)

SARS-CoV-2, IgG (anti-SARS-CoV-2, IgG) quantitative

Testing Method: Serology method
Specimen collection: Serum collected by venipuncture (blood)
Purpose: This test detects IgG antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 spike antigen and can be used to infer past infection or vaccination status.
Characteristics: IgG levels decrease more slowly over time than IgM and are observed after a median of 12-14 days and last for several months.
Interpreting results: This test result is quantitative. By measuring the level of IgG SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in a patient’s blood sample, quantitative tests give a more definitive answer about the body’s immune response to the virus. Quantitative tests are traceable to a specific international standard that ensures the result produced correlates to a numeric quantity of antibodies (BAU/ml).

Price: 1600 Rubles (next day result)

How to get tested

If you require COVID-19 RT-PCR (swab) test

This test is carried out only at the following address: Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Kolodeznaya St, 8

Monday to Friday: 11:30 - 15:00

Saturday: 11:30 - 13:30

To get tested a patient needs a queue number, which can be obtained by visiting the medical office at any time starting 8am on the day of the test. Limited number of tests is available each day. Some days it's possible to come into the medical office and get tested right away, whereas some days are very busy and a patient might have to return on another day.

Passport is required to get tested.

Results are available same or next day, and can be sent to patients' e-mail address or whatsapp, or collected in the medical office in person.

* It is possible to get antibodies blood test at the same time at this address.

If you require antibodies (blood) test

This test is carried out at two addresses.

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Emelyanova, 9. Monday to Friday: 8:00 - 17:30. Saturday: 8:00 - 10:30

Live queue. No appointment or booking is necessary. (PCR test is not done at this address)

Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Kolodeznaya St, 8. Monday to Friday: 8:00 - 17:30. Saturday: 8:00 - 10:30. Please note, that PCR testing is also carried out at this address at certain times. If you only need blood tested, we suggest that you schedule your visit to Emelyanova St, 9.

Passport is required to get tested.

Results are available next day, and can be sent to patients' e-mail address or whatsapp, or collected in the medical office in person.

COVID-19 RAPID BLOOD TEST (antibodies summary)

Available at both addresses Monday to Saturday from 8:00 till 10:30. Results within a few hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who pays for the test? You can pay for your own tests, have your employer pay if they have a contract with our laboratory, or ask your insurance provider.

What insurance companies do we work with? Sogaz, Allianz, RGS (Rosgosstrah), Ingosstrah, Reso and some others.

How can you pay at the medical office? By cash or card.

When will test results be ready? It depends on the type of test. Normally, within 1-2 days (excluding weekends).

How can you get your results? Pick them up at one of our two medical offices, or have them e-mailed or sent to your WhatsApp number.

Will results be in English? Yes, of course. Just make sure you ask for english results once you come for testing.

Are results valid for work and travel? Yes. Our laboratory is fully licensed for pathology testing and is approved by Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing for Covid-19 testing.

Will results be shared with any authorities? Yes. We are required to submit all positive PCR results to local government authorities. And if you come for testing via your employer, we send all results to the authorized person.

Can other kinds of medical tests be done here? Yes, our laboratory has been operating since 2005 and we offer thousands of tests to our patients. Full list can be found on our main website. Although, it is currently in Russian, you can have somebody help you with translation or write to us using the form below.