Point-of-care testing

Point-of-care testing

Testing right here in the pharmacy. No lab wait, results in minutes, and a prescribing pharmacist on hand to treat you the same day. Walk in, or book a test online.

Point-of-care test in the pharmacy

Point-of-care testing means the test is done on-site at the pharmacy instead of being sent to a lab. Results come in minutes, not days, so you and your pharmacist can decide on next steps right away.

Strep throat

Detects Group A Streptococcus, the most common cause of strep throat. A quick throat swab.

Watch for: sore throat, trouble swallowing, fever, swollen lymph nodes.

Urinary tract infection (UTI)

Identifies a bacterial infection in the urinary tract. A simple urine sample, analyzed on-site.

Watch for: burning when urinating, frequent urge, cloudy or strong-smelling urine.

COVID-19

Rapid antigen test for active COVID-19 infection, with results in minutes.

Watch for: fever, cough, loss of taste or smell, fatigue.

Influenza A & B

Detects influenza types A and B with a quick nasal swab.

Watch for: sudden fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, congestion.

Results you can act on

After testing, our pharmacist explains what the result means and what to do next. Where appropriate, our prescribing pharmacist can treat you on the spot.

Cost

$25 per test, paid at the pharmacy.

How to get tested

Walk in during opening hours, or book a test online to choose your time. Pick the test you need (strep throat, UTI, COVID-19 or influenza A & B), and our team guides you through the rest.

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Questions? Our pharmacists are here to help.

Call us, email us, or visit us in Grande Prairie. No appointment needed for most services.