Robinsons Malls partnered with the Philippine Red Cross to make saliva tests more accessible to their customers via drive-thru and walk-in collection centers.
The saliva test is a cheaper and faster alternative to the gold standard RT-PCR test. No swabs are inserted up your nose for this type of test—only saliva samples are needed to determine the COVID-19 status of an individual.
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Tests are priced at P2,000 each, with results out in three to four hours, depending on the amount of of samples to be processed. Appointments and payments can be made online.
Collection takes only 10 minutes, but patients are required to arrive 15 minutes before their schedule on the day itself.
Prior to your appointment, fill out the e-CIF form for contact tracing. Bring an ID, a pen, and confirmation codes for a smooth experience. Wearing of face shields and masks is mandatory.
Keep in mind that eating, drinking, gargling, smoking, and brushing of teeth at least 30 minutes before the test is prohibited. Lipstick, lipbalm, or lip cosmetic products must be removed prior to sample collection.
Before returning the barcoded specimen container, ensure that there is no discoloration.
Results will be sent to you via e-mail, or may be tracked on the PRC website.
Some Robinsons malls accept samples solely via drive-thru, while some can accommodate you passing by without a car.
These Robinsons branches offer drive-thru saliva tests:
- Robinsons Place Manila
- Robinsons Metro East (offers walk-in)
- Robinsons Town Mall Malabon
- Robinsons Novaliches
- Robinsons Luisita
- Robinsons Place Pangasinan
- Robinsons Place Malolos (offers walk-in)
