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This is usually the test required by employers, schools and for travel. Right now, PCR tests are the most accurate testing option available. PCR tests are a type of viral test that checks for a current COVID-19 infection. Here are 3 of the most common tests and how we use them.

There are many different types of tests for COVID-19. Here’s some information about how self-swab tests work. During your test-only appointment, a healthcare provider will supervise while you swab your nose or your child's nose.

The test is conducted with a nose swab.

#Corona testing full#

After you schedule your appointment, we’ll send you the full details by text message – including the time and location of the testing appointment.While you’re waiting for your test results, if you have COVID-like symptoms, or you’re unvaccinated and were exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, you should quarantine at home.If you don’t receive your results within 7 days of your visit, please call 70. You can also review your test results in MyAtriumHealth – creating an account is fast and easy. You can expect to receive your results via text message or phone call approximately 3 to 5 days after your testing visit. With increases in demand for COVID-19 testing, your results can be delayed.A healthcare provider will supervise while you swab your nose or your child’s nose. Please note that anyone under age 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian to get tested.Children under 3 years of age can NOT be tested at community testing sites.Masks are also required for children ages 2 and older. Please wear a mask or cloth face covering to your testing appointment and keep it on until you’re asked to remove it for the test.Should the needs rise again, please check back here for more information. Drive-thru testing at community testing sitesĭue to decreased demand for testing, drive thru testing is currently closed. If you’re looking for testing for your child, please review our FAQ section for information about testing options by age. Or, to get tested without an appointment, visit one of our drive-thru community testing sites. If you want to get tested without a full doctor visit for screening or care, we also offer appointments just for self-swab testing at our primary care offices. Please do not go to the Emergency Department or Urgent Care only for a COVID-19 test. If you’re sick and seek care for your symptoms, like at a doctor’s office or urgent care, your healthcare provider will help you decide if COVID-19 testing is right for you. If you’re not sure if you should be tested, try our risk assessment tool, send a message to your care team on MyAtriumHealth, call your doctor or use one of the care options here. Your care team will let you know how and when testing will be done. If you’re getting a procedure at Atrium Health, you may be tested for COVID-19 beforehand.

You’re having surgery or another procedure that requires sedation.

You might be asked to show a negative test result for work, school or travel, or to attend an event where exposure to COVID-19 is a risk. You should get tested if you were around a lot of people and couldn’t stay 6 feet apart, including travel and large social gatherings.

If you were recently in a large group of people and you’re not fully vaccinated.

If your first test is negative, get tested again 5 to 7 days later.

If you’re not fully vaccinated: Get tested and start to quarantine as soon as you find out about the exposure.

You don’t need to quarantine unless you test positive.

If you’re fully vaccinated: Get tested 3 to 5 days after you were exposed to COVID-19.

Exposure can happen if you’re within 6 feet of someone who tests positive for COVID-19 for at least 15 minutes, even if one or both of you were wearing a mask. It’s a good idea to get tested if you feel sick, even if you’re fully vaccinated.

Some symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath and loss of taste and/or smell.