Compare the best immunity & infection tests available in United Kingdom. 107 tests reviewed.
At-home Zika PCR urine test for exposure in the last week
At-home urine PCR test for Zika virus, aimed at checking a suspected exposure within the last week. Suited to people trying to conceive who may have been bitten by a mosquito recently.
Microscopy malaria check with no stated turnaround
A blood test that uses microscopy to look for the malaria parasite, for people who may have been exposed through travel or a mosquito bite. The provider does not state a turnaround time.
Swab culture test priced above typical immunity tests
A swab test that cultures a sample from a sore, wound or suspected infection site to identify the bacteria responsible.
Infection-control swab priced above typical immunity tests
A rectal swab test screening for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria (MRGN), including carbapenemase-producing organisms, commonly used for infection-control screening around hospital admission or discharge.
Mumps IgG immunity check, clinic blood draw only
This blood test measures Mumps IgG antibodies to show whether you have had Mumps before or are immune following vaccination. It suits anyone unsure of their Mumps immunity status, particularly adult men concerned about complications.
Mumps IgM test for recent infection, clinic only
This blood test measures Mumps IgM antibodies, which typically appear during or shortly after a Mumps infection. It suits people with recent symptoms or possible exposure who want to check for a current or recent infection.
Bilharzia urine test, priced well above typical
This urine test checks for an antigen produced by Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) parasites, most relevant if you have travelled to affected areas such as sub-Saharan Africa. It suits you if you want to check for this specific infection after relevant travel.
Two-site MRSA swab with next-day result, clinic only
This test screens for MRSA colonisation using swabs from two body sites, taken at a Better2Know clinic. It suits people who need to confirm MRSA status before a hospital admission or after treatment.
Travel-linked antibody test priced above the category norm
A blood test that checks for Dengue Fever antibodies, a mosquito-borne virus most common in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Aimed at people who have travelled to an affected area, or been bitten by mosquitoes there, and want to check their exposure.
MRGN throat swab, priced well above category median
This throat swab test screens for colonisation with multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, including carbapenemase-producing organisms. It suits people being admitted to or discharged from healthcare settings.
In-clinic scabies check priced above the category median
Skin scraping examined under the microscope to check for scabies mites. Suited to people with itching or a rash suggestive of scabies who want this checked at a clinic.
Single EBV antibody test priced well above the norm
A blood test for Epstein-Barr virus antibodies, a very common virus linked to glandular fever, useful for checking current or past infection when symptoms such as fatigue, sore throat or swollen glands are hard to explain otherwise.
