Molecular Test | Antigen Test | |
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Also Known as | Rapid covid test, Nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), RT-PCR test | Rapid covid test |
How the sample is taken… | Nasal or Nasopharyngeal swab | Nasal swab |
What it shows… | Detect Viral RNA | Specific protein on virus surface |
How long it takes toget results | 1-2 days depends on labs reporting time | < 24 hrs- same day result |
Sensitivity | High | Moderate** |
Specificity | High | High |
Type of Test | Insurance status | Cost/Coverage |
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RT-PCR (reference lab) | Insured** | Free with most insurances* |
Uninsured | Free under CARES act*** | |
Rapid Covid test | Insured** | Free with most insurances* |
Uninsured | Free under CARES act*** | |
Antibody | Insured** | Free with most insurance* |
Uninsured | Free under CARES act*** |
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