How much does a flu test cost in Higganum?

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 Higganum?

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 Higganum?

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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Priority Urgent Care, Oxford

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Open until 7:45 pm

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278 Oxford Rd, Oxford, CT 06478278 Oxford Rd

4.85(5.8k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

Came in thinking I had strep throat. I have covid. No meds given or input as to current guidelines for quarantining, etc.--but I must admit I forgot to ask until I got home. Perhaps a hangout/some paperwork would have been nice

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Derby Division Street

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care

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68 Division St, Derby, CT 0641868 Division St

4.67(3.2k reviews)

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Very quick and everyone was polite and very caring

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care, Derby

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78 Pershing Dr, Derby, CT 0641878 Pershing Dr

4.74(5k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 2 times today on Solv.

Staff very friendly. Caregivers knowledgeable. In and out in a very reasonable amount of time. Would use them again for an urgent care need.

Hartford Healthcare- Gohealth Urgent Care, Lisbon

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143 River Rd, Lisbon, CT 06351143 River Rd

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Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Milford

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1646 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT 064601646 Boston Post Rd

4.76(29 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 4 times today on Solv.

Everyone was extremely professional and went went above and beyond besides having to wait 13 hours to get a room upstairs but I understand stuff like that takes time everything else was great and definitely would be coming back again if I needed too thanks again for all the excellent care most hospitals aren’t nearly as nice as yours same as all the doctors and nurses and all of the staff literally everyone was nice thanks again can’t thank you enough for the quality care I got I would highly recommend this to anyone who needed the care I did thanks again

AFC Urgent Care, Shelton

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389 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484389 Bridgeport Ave

4.77(971 reviews)

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The staff was friendly, thorough and helpful. I would definitely recommend this location.

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Granby

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752 Washington St, Middletown, CT 06457752 Washington St

4.8(33 reviews)

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Labcorp

51 Shunpike Rd, Cromwell, CT 0641651 Shunpike Rd

4.18(490 reviews)

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I was able to choose a Labcorp location and schedule an appointment. Check in was easy, and I only needed to provide my name and DOB. They were able to locate my order in their system. They were already aware that my labs were paid for prior to the appointment. I had my labs done on a Wednesday, and I received my results by Saturday. Great experience.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 7:30 pm

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61 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 0645061 Pomeroy Ave

4.41(458 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 Quest Lab Testing 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.

Quest Diagnostics

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816 Broad St, Meriden, CT 06450816 Broad St

4.55(548 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

Quest Diagnostics

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163 Broadway St, Colchester, CT 06415163 Broadway St

4.56(482 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.

Labcorp, Rocky Hill

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366 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, CT 06067366 Cromwell Ave

4.4(557 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care, Wallingford

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1226 S Broad St, Wallingford, CT 064921226 S Broad St

5.0(10 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 12:30 pm

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35 Middlesex Turnpike, Essex, CT 0642635 Middlesex Turnpike

4.47(400 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

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