Who is eligible to be tested?
Asymptomatic individuals can book an appointment for testing online at patient.alphalabs.ca or by calling (416) 449-2166 Ext. 1504 (Monday – Friday, 8am to 6pm EST).
Please do not attend Alpha Covid Testing Centre if you are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms. Symptoms of COVID-19 can vary from person to person and may also vary in different age groups.
Below are most commonly reported symptoms, however this is not an exhaustive list:
- New or worsening cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Temperature equal to or over 38°C
- Feeling feverish
- Chills
- Fatigue or weakness
- Muscle or body aches
- New loss of smell or taste
- Headache
- Gastrointestinal symptoms (abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting)
- Feeling very unwell
Symptoms may take up to 14 days to appear after exposure to COVID-19. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms, please contact a COVID-19 assessment centre.