RT-PCR test 

and

Rapid Antigen Test

Mucous membrane swab.

Detection and diagnosis of the virus in case of symptoms or suspicion.

Carried out in a test centre or drive-in recognised by the health authorities or on its mandate.

And

In strict compliance with the requirements pertaining to suspicion, tracing or prevention.

Reimbursed according to the General Rule.

(upon presentation of a medical prescription for those over 16 years of age)

Mucous membrane swab.

Detection and diagnosis of the virus

See Admin-e guide (summary table) and the dedicated HSE page here.

Saliva test

RT-PCR

Authorized in France 

Collection of salivary fluid in the mouth.

Detection and diagnosis of the virus.

Screening in schools :

Carried out by health professionals, within the school, with parental authorization.

Reimbursed according to the general rule

(without prescription)

Reimbursed according to the General Rule. 

(upon presentation of a medical prescription for those over 16 years of age)

Blood sample.

Identification of the presence of IgM and IgG antibodies specific to SARS-COV-2.

Determines an individual’s immune status at the time of blood sample, i.e. whether he or she has developed antibodies to the virus.

Serological analyses must be carried out exclusively by analysis laboratories that are authorised to perform them, in accordance with the laws governing epidemics and the associated implementing orders.

These tests are not relevant for the diagnosis of virus infection.

Serological tests

available over the counter in pharmacies or online, without medical prescription

Antigen self-tests

available in pharmacies

Nasal swab self-tests

Detection of the virus.

In Switzerland: free of charge and paid for by the Swiss Confederation for residents (maximum of 5 months per person eligible).

Not reimbursed by the CHIS in all other cases.