Privately operated Covid-19 testing centres are opening in Cork and Shannon airports from today. David Rock, Chief Executive of RocDoc which is running the two centres, has said tests will cost between €129 and €149.
Speaking to RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Mr Rock said it will be a 72-hour turnaround time and will be useful for those who might need to travel or want to visit someone vulnerable and require having a test done beforehand.
The company will also offer express tests with results within a few hours at a cost of €199. "If it is a positive result, customers will receive call from RocDoc to talk about what you will need to do from self-isolation etc," Mr Rock said.