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Covid-19 Testing
COVID-19 Testing: We now offer Curbside testing, same-day results COVID testing, Rapid Antigen Testing, RT-PCR Covid-19 test, Test for Travel for COVID-19, and Antibody Testing Near You. Looking for Rapid Antigen Covid-19 testing in the DFW area. Same-day results are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I need to bring at the time of testing?
- Driver’s License or State ID
- Insurance Card (if you have health Insurance)
What if I don’t have health insurance?
Under the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security Act), our office is able to provide services to uninsured families at no cost to the patient for all ages for active COVID-19. This covers an in-office or telemedicine visit if applicable, testing costs at our clinics, and third-party lab costs.
To participate in this government program, the patient must meet the following requirements:
- The patient must not have private insurance of any kind.
- The patient must not be enrolled in any government medical insurance programs such as children’s Medicaid or Medicare other than a Medicaid limited benefits plan that does not cover the COVID-19 services.
- If the patient has any form of insurance but does not want to use that insurance, the patient is NOT ELIGIBLE for free services.
- The patient must agree to be billed at full price if the patient submits false information in an attempt to obtain free services.
- If paid, out of pocket, you may be able to submit the expenses related to this test to your Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account. Check with your health insurance.
Do I need to be fasting?
- No, fasting is not required.
Is there any additional preparation required before Saliva Test?
- No eating, drinking, smoking, brushing teeth or chewing gum 30 minutes before the collection.
How accurate are the results?
Positive results 92% and Negative results 100%.
Comparison of Various types of Tests
Understanding COVID-19 testing
What Types of Test do I need?
There are different types of tests – diagnostic tests and antibody tests.
Diagnostic tests can show if you have an active COVID-19 infection and need to take steps to quarantine or isolate yourself from others. Molecular and antigen tests are types of diagnostic tests than can detect if you have an active COVID-19 infection. Samples for diagnostic tests are typically collected with a nasal or throat swab, or saliva collected by spitting into a tube.
Antibody tests look for antibodies in your immune system produced in response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Antibody tests should not be used to diagnose an active COVID-19 infection. Antibodies can take several days or weeks to develop after you have an infection and may stay in your blood for several weeks or more after recovery. Samples for antibody tests are typically blood from a finger stick, or blood drawn by your doctor or other medical personnel.
Who can get tested?
If you are tested, you should quarantine and isolate yourself at home until you receive your test results and follow the advice of your health care provider or a public health professional.
When should I get a test? A molecular test can also be used for screening. If you have no symptoms, you may get a molecular test if:
- You have been in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19.
- You have been in situations at high risk of viral transmission, such as travel or large gatherings of people.
- You live or work in an environment like a correctional facility, nursing home, or homeless shelter where there is an elevated risk of viral spread or severe cases of COVID-19.
- You are going to have a medical procedure like a surgery or a procedure that generates tiny air particles known as aerosols.
- You are going to start taking a medication that affects your immune system.
- You are required to provide a negative test result by your employer, in order to travel, or to take part in another activity.
Travel: Please check with your airline and destination country about Covid-19 testing requirements. A printable Rapid Antigen test lab report that may be used for travel (ex Domestic & International Travel, except Hawaii) is included at no extra charge and will be sent via email.
Pre-Flight COVID-19 Testing Options for International Travelers
Certain travel destinations have implemented a 14-day quarantine requirement for all travelers who have not had a test within 72 hours of the final leg of their departure. Those traveling internationally will be able to receive an in-person test at our clinic, Click {Here} to schedule appointment.
IMPORTANT: Please review COVID-19 testing requirements for your destination before checking in. Some destinations require testing before you arrive at the airport: