Results Back From Covid Test. Results can take up to 4 days. If their test comes back positive COVID-19 virus found you will become a close contact and should follow advice for close contacts.
If you use the NHS COVID-19 app you may also get your result in the app. Read our blog for the latest news on the. An NHS Test and Trace staff member collects samples at a testing facility in Bolton.
The latest COVID-19 saliva test result may be available in 30 minutes.
If you live with someone waiting for test results. Jeff J MitchellGetty Images With coronavirus cases rapidly rising in the UK many Brits will be taking the Covid-19 test for. The test involves taking a swab of the inside of your nose and the back of your throat using a long cotton bud. However all tests including the COVID-19 antibody test can give positive results that are incorrect ie false positive results.