Even if you have a small trace of the virus in your system, the PCR test will detect it. Amplifying RNA helps to make even small traces of the COVID-19 virus visible in the test sample. The PCR test takes a sample of ribonucleic acid (RNA) and “amplifies” it with the help of lab technologies. Both tests require a sample from the patient, usually a nasal swab. There are two types of COVID-19 tests: the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test and the antigen test, known as the rapid test. Treatment must be started within several days after you first develop symptoms to be effective Consider contacting your health care provider to learn about that you may qualify to receive.
If you have experience serious illness, seek emergency care immediately.
To identify clinics with available testing, please look for the testing icons on the clinic’s location page. NextCare will only administer this service when a provider determines it necessary and resources are available to perform the testing service. Due to ongoing demand and limited supplies NextCare cannot guarantee this service will be available at every location.
We are now offering a variety of treatment and diagnostic options related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.ĪTTENTION PATIENTS – NextCare is diligently working to maintain COVID-19 testing supplies to offer both rapid and send out specimen collection testing services. At our clinics, your safety and health is our number one priority.