How much does a flu test cost in San Fernando?

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 San Fernando?

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 San Fernando?

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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Marque Urgent Care, Clínica Bienestar, South Gate

Marque Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

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4155 Tweedy Blvd, South Gate, CA 902804155 Tweedy Blvd

4.8(25 reviews)

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Fast and friendly service whole process was easy and convenient , all paperwork was done via phone before arrival best placed to take kids or yourself when need to be seen by an doctor

AME Medical Group, Lynwood Urgent Care

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Open until 7:00 pm

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3625 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lynwood, CA 902623625 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

4.75(2.1k reviews)

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I enjoyed my visit with Dr. Watkins and staff. Overall recommend location

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Redondo Beach

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Open until 5:00 pm

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415 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277415 N Pacific Coast Hwy

4.71(102 reviews)

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100% of patients recommend this clinic.

Kind and knowledgeable staff that listens and follows up with patients. A true gem in the community!

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(75 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

First time here and everyone was super friendly and the facility is really clean. I decided to come here due to symptoms of a sinus infection. I love how easy it was to make an appt, especially same day! I also saw a sign that they take walk ins. Overall great experience!

AME Medical Group, Whittier I Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

Open until 7:00 pm

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12472 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA 9060212472 Washington Blvd

4.67(2.1k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

Went in for a throat problem. Dr. Bailey checked me out and gave me a good recommendation. Very friendly and totally would recommend this urgent care.

AME Medical Group, Norwalk Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

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14359 Pioneer Blvd, Norwalk, CA 9065014359 Pioneer Blvd

4.66(242 reviews)

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97% of patients recommend this clinic.

My last review was mistakenly submitted to AME Medical Group. In fact it was for a different Urgent Care in Cerritos on Bloomfield Ave. which is run by some Chinese people. I apologize for making a wrong submission. Indeed, my experience with AME Medical Group, Norwalk went very well. I am very pleased to meet Dr. Mishal, her humble and polite attitude, her professional knowledge and her dealing with the patients. I am also very pleased to meet the staff who was very professional and polite. Overall my experience with AME Medical Group turned out very good.

Carbon Health Urgent Care, Long Beach, Carson St.

Carbon Health Urgent Care

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2010 E Carson St, Long Beach, CA 908072010 E Carson St

4.44(121 reviews)

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100% of patients recommend this clinic.

was quick, the np who treated me Enrico was pleasant and know what he is doung.

Van Nuys Urgent Care Family Medicine

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7211 Van Nuys Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 914057211 Van Nuys Blvd

4.84(1k reviews)

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No line ,i got doctors care and took my COVID test

Elite Urgent Care, Encino

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Open until 9:00 pm

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16661 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA 9143616661 Ventura Blvd

4.93(55 reviews)

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The Urgent Care at Vermont

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1234 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900291234 N Vermont Ave

4.8(287 reviews)

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96% of patients recommend this clinic.

I’ve been to this urgent care many times before and I guess they now have an online scheduling system that I wished I knew about sooner. Staff were very friendly and welcoming except for the woman at the check in counter. Very direct and cold. Clinic needs a good deep cleaning. I would still recommend this clinic as the doctors are always great!

AME Medical Group, Downey Florence Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

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8500 Florence Ave, Downey, CA 902408500 Florence Ave

4.58(4.2k reviews)

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Besides the wait, the doc was great. She was thorough, knowledgeable and informative.

AME Medical Group, Downey Paramount Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

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11938 Paramount Blvd, Downey, CA 9024211938 Paramount Blvd

4.59(5.2k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

Excellent Doctor in every way. Staff is trained well.

AME Medical Group, Long Beach Urgent Care

AME Medical Group

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3300 E South St, Long Beach, CA 908053300 E South St

4.57(1.9k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

They don’t Offer mask , or they should buy them, a sick man was there he said he wants to take the Covid test.

AME Medical Group, Whittier II Urgent Care

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15141 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 9060315141 Whittier Blvd

4.5(608 reviews)

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95% of patients recommend this clinic.

Dr. Godbole saw me about severe sunburn on my face and educated me on proper next steps. She really care about the well being of her patients as she called me over the weekend to check if the prescription was affective. She went out of her way and represents Solvhealth very well!

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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14901 Rinaldi St, Los Angeles, CA 9134514901 Rinaldi St

4.16(479 reviews)

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I was able to choose a Quest lab 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.

AFC Urgent Care, Granada-Hills

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Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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16912 San Fernando Mission Blvd, Granada Hills, CA 9134416912 San Fernando Mission Blvd

1.0(1 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

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14624 Sherman Way, Los Angeles, CA 9140514624 Sherman Way

4.14(418 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 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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18350 Roscoe Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 9132518350 Roscoe Blvd

4.29(439 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

Open until 3:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
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18541 Roscoe Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 9132418541 Roscoe Blvd

4.35(491 reviews)

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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.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 12:00 pm

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7789 Foothill Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 910427789 Foothill Blvd

4.4(542 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.

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