Do this for all negative antigen test results.Ĭontinue to follow the advice on how to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. If you have a negative antigen test result, report your negative antigen result online. Read what to do if your PCR test is positive Negative antigen test resultĭo all of the antigen tests that you have been advised to do, even if 1 of the tests is negative. If your PCR test is negative, you do not need to do another antigen test. The PCR test will confirm if you have COVID-19.
If any of your antigen tests are positive: Read about how to do an antigen test with your child Positive antigen tests result Watch our how to do an antigen test video But the antigen test is less accurate than the PCR test. The results are quicker than a PCR test because the sample does not need to go to a lab. The test will show the result in 15 minutes. To do the antigen test you use a swab to take a sample from your nose. Read advice for close contacts How to do an antigen test If you do not receive them, phone the COVID-19 helpline on 1800 700 700. Deliveries may take long during the Christmas period. You should get your antigen tests through regular post from An Post in 1 or 2 business days. You will get a text message with details of how to get your free antigen tests. We offer free antigen tests to close contacts aged 13 or over who do not have symptoms of COVID-19. Read about what to do if your child is a close contact How to get your antigen tests Read about what close contacts need to do