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# Order COVID-19 rapid lateral flow tests
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| Readable Markdown | You can no longer order free rapid lateral flow or polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests from the NHS online.
You may still be able to get free rapid lateral flow tests from your local pharmacy if you’re [eligible for COVID-19 treatments](https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/covid-19-services/testing-for-covid-19/who-can-get-a-free-covid-19-rapid-lateral-flow-test/).
You can also buy both types of COVID-19 tests from shops and pharmacies, including online.
## Advice on COVID-19
If you’re in England, you can find out more about [COVID-19 symptoms, testing and vaccination](https://www.nhs.uk/covid-19-advice-and-services/) and [how to avoid catching and spreading COVID-19](https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/how-to-avoid-catching-and-spreading-coronavirus-covid-19/) on the NHS website.
Check the:
- [COVID-19 advice for Scotland](https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/infections-and-poisoning/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-covid-19/)
- [COVID-19 advice for Wales](https://www.gov.wales/get-tested-coronavirus-covid-19)
- [COVID-19 advice for Northern Ireland](https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/coronavirus-covid-19-testing-and-stay-home-advice) |
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