Editorial policy

Clinics and prices

We publish details we can verify, such as location, testing services and published fees, and indicate when we checked them. You can compare clinics by location and other practical details. Ask the facility to confirm the total for the tests you need.

Home-collection comparisons

We compare test coverage, sample sites, return shipping and follow-up. Listings depend on being able to verify intended use and applicable product details.

Guides and discussions

Guides offer general information. Ask a healthcare professional about symptoms and test results. Staff review community submissions for private or misleading information before publication.

Geography and facility data

Administrative area data is adapted from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s National Land Numerical Information administrative boundaries (2026).

Facility contact candidates are adapted from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare’s Medical Information Network Open Data (June 1, 2026, Public Data License 1.0).