COVID -19 Test FAQs
In just a few months, COVID-19 has taken the entire world under its black shadow. This pandemic has brought the world to a standstill. This havoc is continuing to damage the lives and health of humankind, across continents. To address the current crisis, PointInfusion is now offering a more comprehensive approach to COVID-19 testing. In addition to the COVID-19 virus test and COVID-19, 10-minute rapid finger prick screening test, PointInfusion now have the ELISA IgG/IgM serology antibody test!
Appended here is a complete list of all of the current COVID-19 testing options:
COVID-19 virus test: This is majorly for the patients who’re currently experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or those who were recently exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19. This test is a PCR nasal swab test. Results are received back from the lab within 24-48 hours.
COVID-19 IgG/IgM antibody tests: Especially for the patients who are not currently experiencing COVID-19 symptoms but believe they may have been exposed in the past.
Rapid screening test: To test, we prick your finger with a small needle to collect a blood sample. Results are received onsite within 10 minutes.
ELISA (serology) antibody test: This is the newest test we have received. This test is a blood draw. It is currently filed with the FDA and has an emergency use authorization granted by the FDA. Your blood sample is sent to a lab, and within 24 – 48 hours, we receive the results. It is often used to detect the lowest levels of antibodies present in a patient that may have had COVID-19 several months ago.
We are currently testing anyone who would like to be tested, regardless of age or whether or not you are a current patient. Testing is by appointment only.
Here are some of the Frequently Asked Questions by our patients:
Q. Who can get tested for the COVID-19 virus?
A. We are currently testing anyone, regardless of age or COVID-19 symptoms.
Q. Who can get tested for COVID-19 antibodies?
A. Anyone can get this test done, regardless of any symptoms or age.
Q. What insurance does your office accept?
A. We accept most common health plans and PPOs.
Q. How much does the COVID-19 test cost if I do not have insurance?
A. COVID-19 testing is $100 for people without insurance. Your insurance company may cover your lab fees for the nasal swab, but this will depend on your specific insurance plan.
Q. How much is the COVID-19 virus test for patients with insurance?
A. Typically, we have seen that most insurance companies cover the entire cost of the test, and patients are paying $0 out-of-pocket.
Q. When and how will I get my results?
A. If you are being tested for the COVID-19 virus, we are receiving COVID-19 results back from our lab within 24-48 hours. A healthcare provider will call you with the results as soon as they come in. Results for the finger prick antibody test take about 10 minutes to get back. Our healthcare provider will then discuss the results with you. Results for the ELISA antibody blood test take about 24-48 hours to get back from the lab.
Q. What test are you using to test for COVID-19?
A. We are using the PCR nasal swab test through West Pac Labs.
Q. What test are you using to test for COVID-19 antibodies?
A. We have two different antibody tests. We are using the ELISA blood test and a finger prick test from West Pac Labs.
Q. What is the process for being tested for COVID-19 antibodies?
A. We will draw a blood sample for the ELISA blood test and send it to a lab for testing, and will also prick your finger with a needle to collect a blood sample for the finger prick antibody test. It’s that simple!
