If you are living in the SM City Fairview area and are in need to undergo an RT-PCR or a rapid antigen test, then you’re in luck because there’s a testing center nearby. Just go to Parking C (open parking) of SM City Fairview. If you are bringing a car with you, just type “Drive to Swab” in your navigation app (Waze or Google Maps).

Once you get there, you’ll see a drive-thru testing center which is very convenient for those who need to get a quick test for COVID-19. The fee is only P600, a big drop from the close to P5,000 charged about two weeks ago.

Before the actual swabbing, you will be asked to register via the Dashlabs app link of Be Safe MD, Inc. Molecular Laboratory. It’s a fairly quick process that can be done in around 10 to 15 minutes. Be sure to bring an ID with you because you would need that when you register.

I booked my rapid antigen test via Klook and for that I paid P630. It’s a little higher as compared to walking in/driving thru without prior booking but I did earn some points for it.

Why did I decide to take a rapid antigen test? Well, I’ve had an allergic rhinitis for a few days which eventually progressed to colds and dry cough. As you know, I tested positive for COVID-19 in 2021 (also via rapid antigen) and my symptoms were similar to an allergic rhinitis attack, but it was a little more severe.

Furthermore, I’ve been reporting to the office three times a week in the last two months, thus I’ve been a bit more paranoid lately. Anyway, I just wanted to rule out the possibility of a COVID-19 infection that’s why I thought of taking a rapid antigen test.

After getting the swab, I was told that the result will be sent via email after about two to three hours. My result arrived in under two hours and thank God it’s negative. Still, I’m practicing safety precautions at home just to be safe.