LIST: Where to get an RT-PCR Test in Cebu

With the rise of the Omicron cases, it’s important to get tested for you and your loved ones.

Moreover, some areas in the country now require a negative RT-PCR test result from travelers.

To make the research light for you, we’ve rounded up the testing centers in Cebu that offer RT-PCR tests and are accredited by the Department of Health.

1. Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center (VSMMC)

• Rate: FREE
• Release of test results: 2-3 days
• Registration link: https://vsmmconline.doh.gov.ph:7003
• Operating hours: 9am-3pm (Mon-Fri)
• Exact Location: B. Rodriguez St., Cebu City (near Fuente Osmena Circle)

2. Cebu Doctors University Hospital

• Rate: Upon request/booking (not free)
• Services offered: RT-PCR Test, Antigen Test
• Release of test results: 24 hours
• Registration link: https://cebudocgroup.com.ph/patient_services/pcrtestingappointment
• Opening hours: 8AM-11AM & 12NN-5PM, Mondays to Saturdays
• Contact number: (032) 253 7512 local 765
• Exact location: CDUH Medical Arts Building 1, Parking Area, Capitol Site, Cebu City

3. Perpetual Succour Hospital

• Rate: Upon request/booking (not free)
• Services offered: RT-PCR Test, Antigen Test
• Release of test results: 24 hours
• Email for registration: [email protected] or contact 0932-163-0952 (email at least 2 days prior to your preferred date)
• Opening hours: 7AM to 3PM, Mondays to Fridays
• Exact location: Gorordo Ave, Cebu City

4. University of Cebu Medical Center

• Rates:
  • Rapid Antibody Test: Php 1,800.00
  • Rapid Antigen Test: Php 960.00
  • PCR Walk-In: Php 3,360.00
  • PCR Drive-Thru: Php 3,360.00
  • PCR Home Service: Php 3,360.00(+Service Charge) 
  • PCR for PAL Passenger: Php 3,100.00 
• Services offered: RT-PCR Test, Antigen Test
• Release of test results: 12-18 hours
• Online registration: https://ucmed.ph/onlineappointment/rt-pcr/
• Opening hours: 8AM to 5PM, Mondays to Fridays
• Exact location: Ouano Avenue, Subangdaku, Mandaue City 6014, Cebu

5. Prime Care Cebu

• Rates:
  • RT-PCR: P3,360
  • Antigen: P960
• Services offered: RT-PCR Test, Antigen Test
• Release of test results: 24/48 hr option for RT-PCR, 3PM same day or 10AM next day for Antigen
• Registration link: https://bit.ly/PCCAppointment
• Walk-ins will be accommodated, but clients are recommended to make an appointment for convenience.
• Opening hours:
  • Weekdays: 09:00-11:30 AM, 2:00-5:30 PM;
  • Saturdays and Holidays: 09:00-11:30 AM, 2:00-4:00 PM
• Contact numbers: 0966-499-3587 / (032) 232-2273 / (032) 261-0367
• Exact location: 2F APM Centrale, A. Soriano Ave., North Reclamation Area, Cebu City (fronting SM City- Cebu)

6. BioPath

• Rates: P2,000-2,500
• Services offered: RT-PCR Test
• Release of test results: 6-12 hrs (exclusive for PAL Passengers*); 24 (conventional); 48 hrs (with swabbing partners)
• BRANCH 1- CEBU CITY
  • Address: 40 J. Llorente Street (beside Fuente Pension House), Cebu City
  • Contact numbers: (032) 255 9799, Mary Joy Kee
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 7AM-5PM, Sunday: 7AM-3PM
• BRANCH 2- CEBU CITY
  • Address: CAP Building (beside DOH Region 7 Office), Cebu City
  • Contact numbers: (032) 517 0825, Merceline Hernani
  • Email address: [email protected]
  • Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 7AM-5PM, Sunday: 7AM-3PM

7. Red Cross

• Rate: P1,500
• Services offered: Saliva RT-PCR Test
• Release of test results: 3-4 days
• Online registration: https://shop.dashlabs.app/607a41404d14dc68461eb3be?searchText=cebu&page=0&rowsPerPage=25&sortBy=createdAt&sortDirection=desc
• Branches: SM City Cebu, Robinsons Galleria Cebu, Osmena Blvd., Mandaue City