How much does a flu test cost in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The cost of flu test kits ranges from $18 to $24.50, with an average of $20. A flu test, on the other hand, can cost more or less based on a number of factors, including provider rates, geographic location, and whether or not your health insurance plan covers this treatment. Calling the testing firm directly is the most accurate way to find out how much a flu test costs.

Does insurance cover flu testing?

Flu testing is covered by many health insurance policies, especially if your doctor requests it because of your symptoms. Contact your health insurance provider directly to learn more about your benefits and flu testing coverage. Some flu testing firms will verify your insurance benefits for free to see if this test is covered by your plan.

How long after exposure to flu will you test positive?

You should get tested for the flu within three to four days of becoming ill, according to the CDC. It also warns that even if you don't have any symptoms or aren't yet experiencing them, you can spread the virus to others. On average, flu symptoms appear one to four days after the virus has entered your body.

How do they test for the flu in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The flu can be diagnosed using a swab test or a nasal aspirate. For the swab test, your healthcare provider will take tissue and fluid samples from your nose or throat with a swab. For the nasal aspirate test, a saline solution is injected into your nose, and the sample is extracted with mild suction. Your sample may be sent to a lab for analysis, or test results may be available immediately.

How long does it take to get flu test results in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Flu test results may come back straight away or take many hours or days, depending on the testing procedure used. The rapid flu test delivers results in 30 minutes on average, whereas results from flu tests sent to the lab take one to two days to arrive. The flu test provider will be able to provide you a more accurate time frame for receiving your findings.

What is a rapid flu test?

A fast flu test can determine whether you have the flu in less than 30 minutes. This test is quite handy because the results are available right away. This also gives you and your healthcare provider the opportunity to discuss the numerous treatment options available to you. Other types of flu testing must be sent to a lab, with results arriving within a few days.

How accurate is the rapid flu test?

The rapid flu test has been shown to have a higher percentage of false positives and false negatives than other types of flu testing, making it less accurate. If your flu test results are likely to be inaccurate or imprecise, your doctor may choose to perform a different type of flu test that requires lab analysis.

Where should I get a flu test?

A flu test is available in your doctor's office, as well as any pharmacy, drugstore, hospital, urgent care clinic , or other healthcare facility that offers it. The easiest way to find out where you can get a flu test is to use Solv's flu test directory. So you don't have to waste time looking for top-rated flu test providers in your neighborhood, Solv can supply you with a list of them.

How accurate are flu tests?

The rapid flu test is the most often used flu test, albeit it is not as accurate as other flu tests due to a high proportion of false positives and false negatives. If you're concerned about the accuracy of flu test results, request a non-rapid flu test from your doctor or flu test provider, which will be sent to a lab for analysis.

Can I do at-home flu testing?

Some manufacturers sell at-home flu tests with results that can be viewed on your smartphone, though you may need a doctor's prescription to utilize this service. There is also an at-home test that can establish whether you have COVID-19 or the flu, but you'll need a doctor's prescription and the findings must be sent to a lab. Inquire with your doctor about the accuracy and accessibility of at-home flu testing.

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A+ Urgent Care, A+ Urgent Care - Menifee Lakes

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Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Jul 23 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

29821 Antelope Rd, Menifee, CA 9258429821 Antelope Rd

4.77(2.9k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 11 times today on Solv.

Turns out the medication I was prescribed has not worked on my bronchitis, if that’s what I actually have? I will have to go to a real doctor, not a PA to get a correct diagnosis. A waste of my time and money. They want me to go back for another diagnosis. So they can get it wrong again. No thanks!

Marque Urgent Care, Buena Park

Marque Urgent Care

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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8970 Knott Ave, Buena Park, CA 906208970 Knott Ave

4.61(309 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

Speedy service, ease and convenience of signing in and filling out paperwork, kind front desk and PA. PA Adam had good explanations and patience with questions. Office/clinic/patient rooms were very clean with modern design. The family room is nice to have for people with children.

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Cypress

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
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10165 Valley View St, Cypress, CA 9063010165 Valley View St

4.85(274 reviews)

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96% of patients recommend this clinic.

It was excellent care and service was consistent. As a formal employee I always recommend carbon health!!

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Chino - County Fair Shopping Center

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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11971 Central Ave, Chino, CA 9171011971 Central Ave

4.81(101 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 3 times today on Solv.

Great choice they get things done, staff was great The Doctor was great took all the time to explain things. Very satisfied.

Carbon Health Urgent Care, La Habra

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
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1040 W Imperial Hwy, La Habra, CA 906311040 W Imperial Hwy

4.49(182 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 10 times today on Solv.

Would like to have received discharge instructions. So I knew what was recommended no one came back to my room and I waited also 20 min but another patient was guided to my room

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Los Alamitos

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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3851 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 907203851 Katella Ave

4.59(180 reviews)

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93% of patients recommend this clinic.

Clinic did not have catheters, I was referred to ER, very disappointed

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Cerritos

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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13299 South St, Cerritos, CA 9070313299 South St

4.54(221 reviews)

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95% of patients recommend this clinic.

The PA was very thorough. Offered a lot of solutions to alleviate pain

Marque Urgent Care, Clínica Bienestar, Fontana

Marque Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

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9630 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 923359630 Sierra Ave.

4.8(41 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

I felt so sick and nearest urgent care that my insurance cover was Marque Urgent care in Fontana. I rebooked my appointment online with easy access, and waiting time was short, from the receptionist, nurse, and doctor were super kind and effective. Clinic was spotless clean, very well maintained. Thank you for making me feel better with your care.

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Rancho Cucamonga

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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7831 Monticello Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917397831 Monticello Ave

4.64(182 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 5 times today on Solv.

Had pelvic pain sharp, explained my symptoms and did palpitations tests, made me feel comfortable and not embarrassed.

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Long Beach - Ocean Blvd

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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555 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802555 E Ocean Blvd

4.78(134 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 3 times today on Solv.

Great Care and Service The staff members are warm and professional

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Whittier

Carbon Health Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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11806 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 9060111806 Whittier Blvd

4.84(116 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

I hesitate on saying what a great experience it was beening treated at Carbon Health Urgent Care. I'd like to keep it as my secret. Clean, great staff and over all great vibe. Scheduling - easy, Check-in respectful and friendly, Staff amazing!

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
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22312 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 9268822312 El Paseo

4.31(479 reviews)

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Great discreet service, scheduled my visit and paid for for the test online not in Showed up at lab, checked in and was seen within minutes. Blood and urine were collected, test results came back quickly within 2 days because I did my test on a Friday. Quick, easy and cheap. Didn't have to wait for a visit to my PCP, and then get referral to lab.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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26672 Portola Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 9261026672 Portola Pkwy

4.41(530 reviews)

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Excellent customer service. Knowledgeably answered all questions. Appointment and billing were fast. Testing next day was on time and professional. Results available within 24 hours. Highly recommend.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 12:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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25411 Cabot Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 9265325411 Cabot Rd

4.55(575 reviews)

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After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.

Labcorp

Open until 3:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
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26691 Plaza, Mission Viejo, CA 9269126691 Plaza

4.17(494 reviews)

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I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 11:30 am

Mon 7:00 am - 11:30 am
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26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 9269126732 Crown Valley Pkwy

4.1(510 reviews)

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I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.

Labcorp, Laguna Hills

Labcorp

Open until 12:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
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23961 Calle De La Magdalena, Laguna Hills, CA 9265323961 Calle De La Magdalena

4.59(476 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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26800 Crown Valley Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 9269126800 Crown Valley Pkwy

4.29(564 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
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23521 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 9265323521 Paseo De Valencia

4.32(491 reviews)

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After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.

Labcorp

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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113 Waterworks Way, Irvine, CA 92618113 Waterworks Way

4.33(400 reviews)

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Labcorp for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

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