MedWise Urgent Care offers rapid COVID tests, which are ready in 15-30 minutes. You can have the rapid COVID test ordered during an in-office provider visit. We also offer COVID PCR testing during an in-office provider visit. The PCR results are typically ready in 2-5 days.
What Types of COVID-19 Testing Does MedWise Provide?
Urgent Care PCR Tests
The Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test is considered the gold standard in COVID-19 testing because of the reliability of test results. A MedWise provider will evaluate for coronavirus-like symptoms and determine if a PCR test is appropriate based on your situation and test availability. A PCR test sample will then be sent to an outside reference laboratory for processing. PCR test results are usually available within 2-5 days.
MedWise Urgent Care offers rapid COVID-19 testing for individuals who have specific indications for testing or for those who are experiencing COVID-like symptoms. Samples are collected and tested on-site, and test results will be available during your visit.
You can test positive for COVID-19 for weeks up to a few months (approximately 90 days).
What is a PCR COVID-19 test?
A PCR COVID-19 test is the gold standard and more likely to detect the virus than rapid tests. Your PCR sample will be sent to a laboratory for testing.
How long after COVID-19 exposure should I be tested?
If you have been exposed to COVID-19 but do not have symptoms, it is recommended that you wait 5 days after exposure before being tested.
What to do if you test positive for COVID-19?
If you test positive for COVID-19, you should isolate yourself to protect others from also becoming infected. Notify people who you have been in recent contact with. Monitor your symptoms and seek emergency care if you have warning signs, such as trouble breathing or pressure in the chest.
Does urgent care provide rapid tests?
MedWise Urgent Care provides on-site rapid COVID-19 tests with results available within minutes.
How much does a COVID-19 test cost?
The cost for a COVID-19 test depends on the type of test and out-of-pocket costs as determined by your health plan.
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