How much does a flu test cost in Houston?

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 Houston?

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 Houston?

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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Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care, Fulshear

Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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5102 FM 1463, Katy, TX 774945102 FM 1463

4.7(61 reviews)

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This is my go to place when I get sick! Quick in and out and staff is wonderful!

AFC Urgent Care, Katy

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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6445 FM 1463, Katy, TX 774946445 FM 1463

4.64(238 reviews)

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94% of patients recommend this clinic.

Everything is excellent! 100% recommend, fast make appointment, staff very friendly

AmeriClinic Kids

Open until 9:00 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
Sat12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sun12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

4775 W Panther Creek Dr, The Woodlands, TX 773814775 W Panther Creek Dr

5.0(1 reviews)

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Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care, The Woodlands (Pediatrics)

Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 10:00 pm

Mon10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 10:00 pm

10868 Kuykendahl Rd, The Woodlands, TX 7738110868 Kuykendahl Rd

5.0(2 reviews)

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This is our family’s favorite place to go for urgent care. The office is very clean. Check in process is very easy and convenient. Wait time does not take long at all. The staff and providers are very friendly and polite. Bedside manner is excellent. I would recommend this clinic.

Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care, The Woodlands

Memorial Hermann- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 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

10868 Kuykendahl Rd, The Woodlands, TX 7738110868 Kuykendahl Rd

4.64(11 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 times today on Solv.

Great urgent care! They accepted both my primary and secondary insurance. You can walk in or set up an appointment on line. Quickly tap in your arrival notice on the couple of screens provided. The wait was then minimal, the staff always meet you with a smile and the facility is beautiful. I saw a knowledgeable nurse practitioner who was very attentive and concerned with my leaving with all my needs addressed. When I had an issue that the pharmacy I requested was closed, I was able to quickly have them reroute the meds to one that was open. This will be my go-to location for urgent care when my PCP is not available.

AFC Urgent Care, The Woodlands

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 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
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Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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6777 Woodlands Pkwy, The Woodlands, TX 773826777 Woodlands Pkwy

4.61(200 reviews)

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This practice is fantastic. It may have saved my life. The staff NP’s and Kelly provide excellent care. I highly recommend this Urgent care . Thank you so much!!!!!

Brazos Urgent Care, Woodlands

Brazos Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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

3600 Farm to Market Rd 1488, Conroe, TX 773843600 Farm to Market Rd 1488

4.72(1.9k reviews)

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95% of patients recommend this clinic.

The medicine was given has not helped my cough and sickness feeling.

Apex Urgent Care, Energy Corridor

Apex Urgent Care

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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1398 Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 770771398 Eldridge Pkwy

4.67(66 reviews)

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Check in was fast. Friendly staff. Clean facility. Kid baby didn’ friendly

Best Health Urgent Care & Clinic

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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3003 Texas Pkwy, Missouri City, TX 774893003 Texas Pkwy

4.96(67 reviews)

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95% of patients recommend this clinic.

My 3yo baby boy had been crying all morning telling us he has ear pain. We were all over the place looking for an urgent care that opens before 3pm (due to my baby crying in pain since 7am). Luckily Best Health Urgent Care& Clinic was the one we leaned on (regarding reviews& insurance). Best decision we made so far! We’ve tried at least 3 different urgent care facilities in our area with in the past yr& half and nether of them were to our liking. Thank you to the physician& the lady in the lady in the front.. who’s name I didn’t catch /: Highly recommend for children& parents!

Champions Urgent Care

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4950 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston, TX 770694950 Cypress Creek Pkwy

4.76(21 reviews)

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They didnt provide discharge paper work or information

Apex Urgent Care, Cyfair

Apex Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 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 - 7:00 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

12120 Jones Rd, Houston, TX 7707012120 Jones Rd

4.88(262 reviews)

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97% of patients recommend this clinic.

The doctor and nurse were professional and friendly. This was my first time here, however my family has been coming here for a couple of years now and we all had the same experience. In and out. No extended wait times to see the Dr. very nice environment.

Brazos Urgent Care , Copperfield

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8955 Hwy 6 N, Houston, TX 770958955 Hwy 6 N

4.89(254 reviews)

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100% of patients recommend this clinic.

I needed a prescription, and they were able to get it for me quickly and professionally. However, my pharmacy at Walgreens have not received it yet. How long does this normally take?

Medella Urgent Care, Vintage Park

Medella Urgent Care

Open until 9:00 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 - 9:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

10130 Louetta Rd, Houston, TX 7707010130 Louetta Rd

4.9(378 reviews)

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Very friendly front office , staff Dr and nurse practitioner. Very attentive to our needs.

Core Primary And Immediate Care, Katy

Core Primary And Immediate Care

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707 S Fry Rd, Katy, TX 77450707 S Fry Rd

1.0(1 reviews)

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Apex Urgent Care, Richmond

Apex Urgent Care

Open until 9:00 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

4828 Waterview Town Center Dr, Richmond, TX 774074828 Waterview Town Center Dr

4.65(503 reviews)

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Save 224 min by booking online vs walking in.

I scheduled my appointment online, entered all my information. Got to my appointment right on time was seen very fast. The girl at the front desk needed some coffee but other than that the doctors were great and so was the medical assistant.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 5:30 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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1431 Studemont St, Houston, TX 770071431 Studemont St

4.49(440 reviews)

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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.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
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1200 Binz St, Houston, TX 770041200 Binz St

4.5(586 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.

Labcorp

Open until 5:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
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1213 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 770041213 Hermann Dr

4.28(477 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 5:30 pm

Mon 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

6400 Fannin St, Houston, TX 770306400 Fannin St

4.32(544 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.

Labcorp

Open until 4:30 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
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427 W 20th St, Houston, TX 77008427 W 20th St

4.37(583 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.

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