COVID Tests

At Parahealth.de! We offer you one of the largest selections of certified COVID self-tests in the German-speaking region at particularly fair prices. Order conveniently online and benefit from our fast shipping (orders before 12 noon are dispatched the same day) and secure payment methods including Klarna, Apple Pay, credit card, and purchase on account.

All COVID self-tests in our range that are labelled as "lay test" or "self-test" are officially approved for self-use by private individuals. You can choose between different test types: nasal swab tests (most widespread), lollipop tests (particularly popular with children), saliva tests, and throat swab tests – according to your personal preferences and needs.

Generally yes. COVID self-tests from online shops like Parahealth.de are usually significantly cheaper than in pharmacies or drugstores. Through our position as a direct importer, efficient logistics, and larger purchase volumes, we can offer you attractive prices that are sometimes 50–70% below pharmacy prices – with the same quality and certification.

For children, we particularly recommend COVID lollipop tests (saliva tests). These are particularly easy and pleasant to use for children, as the swab is simply held in the mouth like a lollipop for a few seconds – no uncomfortable insertion into the nose required. Alternatively, nasal swab tests with a particularly short swab that are only used in the front nasal area (approx. 1.5–2 cm) are also suitable.

COVID self-tests are very reliable when used correctly. The sensitivity of the tests available in our range is between 90% and 99%, with specificity typically at 97–100%. The highest accuracy is achieved in individuals with symptoms and high viral load. For a particularly reliable result, we recommend performing the test in the morning before eating and brushing teeth. If symptoms persist with a negative rapid test, the test should be repeated after 24–48 hours or a PCR test should be performed.

The shelf life of COVID rapid tests varies by manufacturer and is typically 18 to 24 months from the production date. You'll find the exact best-before date (BBD) on the packaging of each product. At Parahealth, we always ensure we only offer tests with a long remaining shelf life – most of our tests are valid until 2026 or 2027.

A self-test (lay test) is approved for independent use by private individuals without medical training. It comes with particularly easy-to-understand instructions and is typically designed as a simple nasal swab test. A professional test is intended for use by trained medical personnel and often offers extended swab options (nasal, nasopharyngeal, oropharyngeal). Professional tests are used in medical practices, test centres, care homes, and pharmacies.

Yes! At Parahealth, you can conveniently order your COVID rapid tests on account via Klarna. We also offer other secure payment methods such as Apple Pay, credit card, Giropay, and bank transfer. Business customers can also order by prepayment on request.

Yes. Antigen rapid tests detect the nucleocapsid protein (N-protein) of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which has remained largely unchanged across all variants to date – including Omicron and its sub-variants. All tests available in our range have been tested and validated by manufacturers for the detection of current virus variants.

Used COVID rapid tests belong in general household waste (residual waste bin). Package the used test, swab, and extraction tube in a sealed plastic bag before disposing of them in household waste. Please do not throw used tests in recycling or paper bins. In the case of a positive test result, it is advisable to double-bag the test.