How much does a flu test cost in Bowie?

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 Bowie?

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 Bowie?

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.

Solv / Lab Testing / Flu Test / Maryland / Flu Testing /

Find a Flu Test Near Me in Bowie, MD

Own a clinic? Add your location.

Help patients book appointments with you on Solv. It's free!

Add location

18 instant-book locations

Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care, Village Center At Dulles

Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

2415 Centreville Rd, Herndon, VA 201712415 Centreville Rd

3.0(2 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Today

8:15 AM 8:30 AM 8:45 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care, Greenbriar

Inova- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

13039 Lee Jackson Mem Hwy, Fairfax, VA 2203313039 Lee Jackson Mem Hwy

5.0(1 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Today

8:45 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

The Convenient Clinic

View hours of operation

Mon10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

1160 Varnum St NE, Washington, DC 200171160 Varnum St NE

4.65(118 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Tomorrow

10:00 AM 10:20 AM 10:40 AM 11:00 AM 11:20 AM 11:40 AM 12:00 PM 12:20 PM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

I received excellent information about my condition from the doctor.

Medics USA, Columbia Heights Urgent Care

Medics USA

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tue12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

2750 14th St NW, Washington, DC 200092750 14th St NW

4.59(54 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Tomorrow

12:00 PM 12:15 PM 12:30 PM 12:45 PM 1:00 PM 1:15 PM 1:30 PM 1:45 PM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

Medics USA, Columbia Heights Primary Care

Medics USA

View hours of operation

Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
May 18Closed

2750 14th St NW, Washington, DC 200092750 14th St NW

4.88(74 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Visit Clinic

93% of patients recommend this clinic.

Staff were very nice and explain everything… wait time was good

Medics USA, Dupont Circle Urgent Care

Medics USA

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 6:45 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 6:45 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

1700 17th St NW, Washington, DC 200091700 17th St NW

4.49(362 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Tomorrow

9:00 AM 9:20 AM 9:40 AM 10:00 AM 10:20 AM 10:40 AM 11:00 AM 11:20 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 2 times today on Solv.

Fast service considering it was a Friday evening. Was in and out in an hour Front desk, and patient care was decent. No complaints.

Medics USA, Dupont Circle Primary Care

Medics USA

View hours of operation

Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 6:45 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 5:45 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
SunClosed

1700 17th St NW, Washington, DC 200091700 17th St NW

4.63(555 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Visit Clinic

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

My appointment was fantastic My check-in was great The Staff is very professional The care was very polite I'm waiting for results!!!!

Fast Track Urgent Care, Kensington

Fast Track Urgent Care

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

10540 Connecticut Ave, Kensington, MD 2089510540 Connecticut Ave

4.68(7.7k reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Today

10:20 AM 10:40 AM 11:00 AM 11:20 AM 11:40 AM 1:00 PM 1:20 PM 2:00 PM

97% of patients recommend this clinic.

I highly recommend this location! Everyone was amazing! Dr. Strauss, Ashley, Merrinda, and the young woman at check~in were professional, caring, and extremely knowledgeable! This office will take excellent care of you!

Vista Medical Center - Annandale, (Formerly Annandale Pediatrics)

Vista Medical Center - Annandale

View hours of operation

Mon 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

7000 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA 220037000 Braddock Rd

4.69(290 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Tomorrow

9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:30 AM 9:45 AM 10:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 AM 10:45 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

I was in and out in no time. It’s a fairly new facility. The family nurse practitioner, Emelda, was wonderful. Great bedside manner. Offered options for treatment that she explained very well as to the pros and cons of each. If you live or work in the neighborhood, this is the place to go.

AFC Urgent Care, Burke

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

9276 Old Keene Mill Rd, Burke, VA 220159276 Old Keene Mill Rd

4.51(600 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Today

8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

Had to schedule an appointment for an infection. Scheduling online was very simple. The doctor and nurse were great and had great bedside manner. The only really off putting moment was the front desk girl was talking to someone on her air buds the entire time I was there, she was talking when I got there and was still talking after my appointment. She was not friendly and literally told me I had a copay and took my credit card and went back to talking.

Aditus Health , La Plata

Aditus Health

View hours of operation

MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

9375 Chesapeake St, La Plata, MD 206469375 Chesapeake St

5.0(14 reviews)

Urgent care

Lab testing

Book online

Can't get current appointments. + See booking page

Labcorp, Glenn Dale

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tue 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Wed 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thu 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fri 6:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

12200 Annapolis Rd, Glenn Dale, MD 2076912200 Annapolis Rd

4.23(561 reviews)

Lab testing

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

Labcorp

4000 Mitchellville Rd, Bowie, MD 207164000 Mitchellville Rd

4.41(536 reviews)

Lab testing

I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to check their health status. The process was incredibly easy and done through certified labs. The results are frequently back by the next day.

Labcorp, Greenbelt

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

7525 Greenway Center Dr, Greenbelt, MD 207707525 Greenway Center Dr

4.56(593 reviews)

Lab testing

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

View hours of operation

Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

7301 Hanover Pkwy, Greenbelt, MD 207707301 Hanover Pkwy

4.4(529 reviews)

Lab testing

Visit Clinic

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.

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

8374 Piney Orchard Pkwy, Odenton, MD 211138374 Piney Orchard Pkwy

4.35(599 reviews)

Lab testing

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.

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri 6:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

13944 Baltimore Ave, Laurel, MD 2070713944 Baltimore Ave

4.24(453 reviews)

Lab testing

I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

12158 Central Ave, Mitchellville, MD 2072112158 Central Ave

4.18(507 reviews)

Lab testing

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.

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

6510 Kenilworth Ave, Riverdale Park, MD 207376510 Kenilworth Ave

4.47(476 reviews)

Lab testing

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

Labcorp

View hours of operation

Mon 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

3311 Toledo Terrace, Hyattsville, MD 207823311 Toledo Terrace

4.42(469 reviews)

Lab testing

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

Own a clinic? Add your location.

Help patients book appointments with you on Solv. It's free!

Add location