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1625 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 920211625 E Main St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4.59(3.5k reviews)
East County Urgent Care, Urgent Care & Work Injuries - 1625 E Main St
Wait time is out of their control but staff was amazing.

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1855 S Centre City Pkwy, Escondido, CA 920251855 S Centre City Pkwy
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 - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.79(63 reviews)
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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Escondido - 1855 S Centre City Pkwy
Online apt was easy, Brad and Chloe were great for care, friendly, place was clean - would definitely recommend!

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109 S Las Posas Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078109 S Las Posas Rd
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 - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
4.83(58 reviews)
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Carbon Health Urgent Care, San Marcos - 109 S Las Posas Rd
While visiting from out if state, I developed a sinus infection that I thought was getting better until I woke up today. I found Carbon Health Urgent Care online and was able to get an appt within an hour. The check-in was quick & easy with a friendly receptionist. I was seen shortly afterwards by a really nice PA who knew exactly what was going on after a thorough exam & history. I was prescribed antibiotics that were called into a local pharmacy & was on my way home all within 30 minutes. Couldn't have gone better! 5 star rating for sure!!

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1625 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 920211625 E Main St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • 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
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
4.27(1.9k reviews)
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4085 Governor Dr, San Diego, CA 921224085 Governor Dr
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
1.0(1 reviews)
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477 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024477 N El Camino Real
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3835 Avocado Blvd, La Mesa, CA 919413835 Avocado Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 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
  • SatClosed
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2315 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 919142315 Otay Lakes Rd
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
3.5(25 reviews)
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2295 Otay Lakes Rd, Chula Vista, CA 919152295 Otay Lakes Rd
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2760 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 920202760 Fletcher Pkwy
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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9730 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 920719730 Mission Gorge Rd
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Mission Gorge Rd, Santee - 9730 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee

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645 E Palomar St, Chula Vista, CA 91911645 E Palomar St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, E Palomar St, Chula Vista - 645 E Palomar St, Chula Vista

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299 J St, Chula Vista, CA 91910299 J St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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4142 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 921164142 Adams Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • SatClosed
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4.5(39 reviews)
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102 Mile of Cars Way, National City, CA 91950102 Mile of Cars Way
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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1.5(57 reviews)
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3703 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 921083703 Camino del Rio S
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 - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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11267 Corte Playa Azteca, San Diego, CA 9212411267 Corte Playa Azteca
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 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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1985 National Ave, San Diego, CA 921131985 National Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1809 National Ave, San Diego, CA 921131809 National Ave
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300 Fir St, San Diego, CA 92101300 Fir St
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 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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3900 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 921033900 Fifth Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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3900 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 921033900 Fifth Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SunClosed
4.48(144 reviews)
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5644 Mission Center Ct, San Diego, CA 921085644 Mission Center Ct
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Mission Center Rd, San Diego - 5644 Mission Center Ct, San Diego

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1230 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 921011230 Columbia St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • FriClosed
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  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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4168 Front St, San Diego, CA 921034168 Front St
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131 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118131 Orange Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 921011380 Harbor Island Dr
Open until 3:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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12358 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 9206412358 Poway Rd
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Poway Rd, Poway - 12358 Poway Rd, Poway

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7590 Miramar Rd, San Diego, CA 921267590 Miramar Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
Concentra Urgent Care, Miramar - 7590 Miramar Rd
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3863 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 921173863 Clairemont Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
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8260 Mira Mesa Blvd, Mira Mesa, CA 921268260 Mira Mesa Blvd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
5.0(3 reviews)
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MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Mira Mesa Blvd, San Diego - 8260 Mira Mesa Blvd, Mira Mesa
So I called three times to confirm they did Covid testing and they do. They were the only ones I could find that did "Rapid Response" tests with results within an hour. I run a small company and need to get back to work, so I chose this option and came in. There was little/no wait. Filled out my paperwork, was promptly called up to pay, then back for my test. In and out within about 20 minutes! Then they called me less than 30 minutes later with my NEGATIVE test results! : ) But before I left, I spoke with the manager and told her how GREAT the experience was. They LIVE ANSWERED their phones three times in a row and answered all of my stupid questions. Then when I came in it was clean and everyone was professional, friendly and efficient. THANK YOU AFC! Thank you to all of the people that work there also. Your team is awesome and efficient and it was noticeable and greatly appreciated!

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11865 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 9212811865 Carmel Mountain Rd
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4505 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 921224505 La Jolla Village Dr
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4505 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 921224505 La Jolla Village Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
  • FriClosed
  • SatClosed
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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15175 Innovation Dr, San Diego, CA 9212815175 Innovation Dr
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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4305 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 921224305 La Jolla Village Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
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975 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109975 Garnet Ave
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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4.5(51 reviews)
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5632 La Jolla Blvd, San Diego, CA 920375632 La Jolla Blvd
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
  • SatClosed
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10666 N Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego, CA 9203710666 N Torrey Pines Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, San Diego, CA 9203710710 N Torrey Pines Rd
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11689 Sorrento Valley Rd, San Diego, CA 9212111689 Sorrento Valley Rd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • 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
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12843 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 9213012843 El Camino Real
Open until 5:00 pm
  • 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
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SunClosed
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12843 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 9213012843 El Camino Real
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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6037 La Granada, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 920916037 La Granada
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 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
  • SatClosed
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683 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075683 Lomas Santa Fe Dr
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach - 683 Lomas Santa Fe Dr, Solana Beach

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380 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075380 Stevens Ave
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318 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026318 W El Norte Pkwy
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido - 318 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido

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7740 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Carlsbad, CA 920097740 Rancho Santa Fe Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
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  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Carlsbad - 7740 Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Carlsbad

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COVID-19 Antibody Test FAQs

  • How can I get the COVID-19 antibody test?

    The COVID-19 antibody test is available at urgent care centers, walk-in clinics, pharmacies, lab test providers, and hospitals, says the CDC. Contact your healthcare provider directly to find out if it offers the COVID antibody test, or use Solv to find a testing provider in your area. Solv also allows you to make a same- or next-day appointment.

  • How do COVID-19 antibody tests differ from diagnostic tests?

    COVID-19 antibody tests can tell you if you have had a previous COVID-19 infection, says the FDA. In comparison, a diagnostic COVID test can tell you if you are currently infected by COVID-19. If your goal is to find out whether you currently have COVID-19, ask your healthcare provider about your options for diagnostic tests, or use Solv to find a nearby COVID-19 testing provider.

  • What should I expect when I take the antibody test?

    According to New York City Health, the COVID-19 antibody test requires giving a blood sample. During the test, your healthcare provider will take a sample of your blood with a quick finger prick or by drawing blood from a vein in your arm. The NIH adds that this test usually only takes about five minutes. Your healthcare provider will contact you to discuss your results after they return.

  • Are there any limitations to COVID-19 antibody tests?

    According to the FDA, the COVID antibody test could produce a false negative, which occurs when the test fails to detect antibodies for SARS-CoV-2 even though you have them. It adds that your test result may also come back negative if you received the COVID-19 vaccine, but your body produced different antibody types in response to the vaccine. Your doctor can discuss other limitations of COVID antibody tests with you in more detail during your appointment.

  • Can I use a semi-quantitative COVID-19 antibody test to determine my level of immunity?

    No, a semi-quantitative COVID-19 antibody test cannot determine your level of immunity to COVID-19, even if you have been vaccinated for this disease, reports the FDA. It adds that even though a positive antibody test can indicate that an immune response has occurred, more research is needed.

  • Can I use a semi-quantitative COVID-19 antibody test to track my antibody levels over time?

    No, the semi-quantitative COVID-19 antibody test cannot track your antibody levels over time, says the FDA. This test cannot evaluate your level of immunity or protection from COVID-19, even if you have received a vaccination against COVID-19. The FDA adds that if antibody test results are interpreted incorrectly, people may take fewer precautions against this disease.

  • How much does a COVID antibody test cost in Jamul?

    The cost of the COVID antibody test depends on factors such as rates set by the provider and whether your health insurance covers some or all testing costs. According to the University of Rochester, many health insurers are not covering the cost of the COVID antibody test unless it is considered medically appropriate for diagnosis and treatment purposes. Check with your healthcare provider to confirm the cost of the COVID antibody test.

  • Should I get tested?

    According to the CDC, the COVID antibody test may be ideal for you if you want to know if you have previously been exposed to COVID-19, or if you want to know if you have antibodies if you already had this disease. The COVID antibody test cannot tell you if you currently have COVID-19.

  • Where can I get a COVID antibody test in Jamul?

    The COVID antibody test is available from many pharmacies, labs, and healthcare providers. To find a testing provider, use Solv’s directory to find the highest-rated COVID antibody testing providers in your area.

Jamul COVID Antibody Testing

When is antibody testing done, and why is it important?

An antibody test, also known as a serology test, can detect antibodies in your blood. Your body develops antibodies in response to infections like COVID-19 or after receiving vaccinations.

ACCORDING TO THE FDA, the COVID-19 antibody test is formally known as the SARS-CoV-2 antibody test. SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes COVID-19. This antibody test can tell whether you have SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in your blood. If you do, you have either been infected with COVID-19 or have recovered from it, adds the FDA.

According to the CDC, the COVID antibody test can help you determine how well your immune system defends itself against the virus. It adds that this test can also help you understand population-level protection.

The main reason antibody testing is done, according to the CDC, is to determine whether you have COVID-19 antibodies in your blood and have had a past infection. However, the CDC says this test should not be used in place of viral COVID testing to determine if you have a current infection or if you have immunity to SARS-CoV-2 after getting the COVID vaccine.

What tests are used to diagnose COVID-19?

COVID-19 can be diagnosed using a viral test. In addition, the CDC reports that a viral test can determine whether you are currently infected with SARS-CoV-2.

During the viral test, a healthcare worker will take a sample from either your nose or mouth. Your sample is then analyzed using a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test or antigen test.

PCR

A PCR test works by finding the DNA or RNA of a pathogen or abnormal cells in a sample, reports the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Most viruses, including COVID-19, contain DNA or RNA, adds the NIH.

The CDC notes that a PCR test can detect COVID in its earliest stages. Results from these lab tests usually come back within several days, says the CDC.

Antigen

An antigen test works by finding SARS-CoV-2 molecules on the virus surface, reports the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. These rapid tests return results within a few minutes, and can be performed by a healthcare worker or yourself at home, reports the CDC. Solv features a directory that can help you find nearby COVID testing.

What is the difference between these tests and antibody tests?

PCR and antigen tests can tell you whether you are currently infected with COVID-19, notes the CDC. However, the antibody test can tell you only if you have had a previous infection. An antibody test cannot tell you if you currently have COVID-19, says the CDC.

What will the COVID-19 antibody test results tell me?

Positive results from a COVID antibody test indicate that you had a previous SARS-CoV-2 infection or COVID-19, reports the FDA.

Negative results from a COVID antibody test indicate that antibodies to COVID were not detected in your blood. The FDA adds that a negative result could mean it’s possible you had a previous SARS-CoV-2 infection, but your body did not make antibodies yet, or that the level of antibodies made by your body is too low to be measured by the test.

Other antibody tests

Antibody tests can also be used to look for antibodies of other diseases, reports the NIH. These diseases include measles, mumps, hepatitis, mononucleosis, and varicella-zoster virus.

Your doctor may suggest getting antibody tests for these diseases to determine whether you are up to date on vaccinations and need boosters or to diagnose an autoimmune disease like lupus. Antibody tests are also sometimes performed as a requirement for your school or job, adds the NIH.

Sources

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  1. Antibody (Serology) Testing for COVID-19: Information for Patients and Consumers (February 24, 2022)
    https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-covid-19-and-medical-devices/antibody-serology-testing-covid-19-information-patients-and-consumers
  2. COVID-19 Testing: What You Need to Know (February 25, 2022)
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