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5120 Cherry Ave, San Jose, CA 951185120 Cherry Ave
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(56 reviews)
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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Almaden Ranch - 5120 Cherry Ave
Really great service and prompt care. Staff was very friendly and the provider was awesome. Very affordable and I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for an urgent care.

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1760 S Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 950081760 S Bascom Ave
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
4.59(69 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, Campbell - 1760 S Bascom Ave
Very nice and professional staff.

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5138 Monterey Hwy, San Jose, CA 951115138 Monterey Hwy
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
  • SatClosed
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3.71(7 reviews)
Instant Urgent Care, San Jose - 5138 Monterey Hwy

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4949 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 950514949 Stevens Creek Blvd
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
  • SatClosed
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4.0(10 reviews)
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Instant Urgent Care, Stevens Creek - 4949 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara
I tried other clinics like CVS minute clinic not professional and hard to understand language barriers from the caregivers that we’re not doctors that could not show me a professional exam. so , I went to you guys which I was given a five stars exam a professional doctor in a man that has years of wisdom to conduct an examination he does as a pro doctor and was easy to trust . I felt a trust of a doctor of a profession not just a lab that does it for cash with nurses.

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377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA 95128377 Santana Row
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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5.0(7 reviews)
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Carbon Health Urgent Care, San Jose, Santana Row - 377 Santana Row
Super convenient, beautiful clinic space, tremendous service from the team.

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3466 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950513466 El Camino Real
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.33(15 reviews)
Instant Urgent Care, Santa Clara - 3466 El Camino Real

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970 W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087970 W El Camino Real
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 - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
2.8(5 reviews)
Instant Urgent Care, Sunnyvale - 970 W El Camino Real

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2712 Augustine Dr, Santa Clara, CA 950542712 Augustine Dr
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
4.36(50 reviews)
Carbon Health Urgent Care, Santa Clara - 2712 Augustine Dr
Really friendly. Excellent experience.

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1411 Berryessa Rd, San Jose, CA 951331411 Berryessa 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
4.42(26 reviews)
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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Market Park - 1411 Berryessa Rd
I am from out of state visiting in the area. I chose this facility from reading the reviews and roughly knew the area of the location. I made an online appointment. From the moment I walked into the facility, being seen and treated, I have nothing but praise and respect for the staff as well as the care I received. I’m this day and age and just visiting with having an unfortunate reason to be seen/treated I was completely satisfied. A little more pricey than I expected but what can I say? Thank you just the same for your professionalism.

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2580 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 940402580 W El Camino Real
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
3.67(6 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

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Carbon Health Urgent Care, Mountain View - 2580 W El Camino Real

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3737 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 943063737 El Camino Real
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
2.83(12 reviews)
Instant Urgent Care, Palo Alto - 3737 El Camino Real
The wait time was a little bit long, but they were able to wrap my sprained ankle and provide me with crutches in an out within one hour.

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1260 Persian Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 940891260 Persian Dr
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4.85(94 reviews)
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Vital Solutions Medical Group, Persian Drive - 1260 Persian Dr
This place really lived up to the excellent reviews on the web. The professionalism and excellent service exceeded our expectations

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115 S Morrissey Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062115 S Morrissey Ave
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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  • Thu 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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634 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062634 Frederick St
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5615 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 950665615 Scotts Valley Dr
Open until12:15 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • SatClosed
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40 Penny Lane, Freedom, CA 9507640 Penny Lane
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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1931 Main St, Watsonville, CA 950761931 Main St
Open until12:15 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 12:15 pm
  • SatClosed
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640 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95032640 Blossom Hill Rd
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 - 5:00 pm
Action Urgent Care, Los Gatos - 640 Blossom Hill Rd
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3130 Del Monte Blvd, Marina, CA 939333130 Del Monte 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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3.0(35 reviews)
Doctors on Duty - 3130 Del Monte Blvd, Marina
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3200 Senter Rd, San Jose, CA 951113200 Senter Rd
2.32(3 reviews)
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2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 950502855 Stevens Creek Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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  • SatClosed
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190 Leavesley Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020190 Leavesley Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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  • SatClosed
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Concentra Urgent Care, Gilroy - 190 Leavesley Rd
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5687 Silver Creek Valley Rd, San Jose, CA 951385687 Silver Creek Valley Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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681 Leavesley Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020681 Leavesley 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
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  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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500 E Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087500 E Remington Dr
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • SunClosed
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107 E Boronda Rd, Salinas, CA 93906107 E Boronda 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 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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701 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040701 El Camino Real
1.34(28 reviews)
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1197 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 940851197 E Arques Ave
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
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  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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1.04(53 reviews)
Concentra Urgent Care, Sunnyvale - 1197 E Arques Ave, Sunnyvale
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2470 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 951102470 Airport Blvd
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
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2150 N First St, San Jose, CA 951312150 N First St
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  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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  • WedClosed
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  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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1299 Oakmead Pkwy, Sunnyvale, CA 940851299 Oakmead Pkwy
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 - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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1150 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 940401150 W El Camino Real
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
4.0(84 reviews)
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1038 E Brokaw Rd, San Jose, CA 951311038 E Brokaw Rd
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 - 5:00 pm
4.39(31 reviews)
Action Urgent Care, San Jose - Brokaw - 1038 E Brokaw Rd, San Jose
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2540 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 940432540 W El Camino Real
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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  • Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
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24560 Silver Cloud Ct, Monterey, CA 9394024560 Silver Cloud Ct
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
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450 E Romie Ln, Salinas, CA 93901450 E Romie Ln
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
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  • Sat 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
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26135 Carmel Rancho Blvd, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 9392326135 Carmel Rancho Blvd
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4150 N First St, San Jose, CA 951344150 N First St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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635 Sanborn Pl, Salinas, CA 93901635 Sanborn Pl
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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1487 Landess Ave, Milpitas, CA 950351487 Landess Ave
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
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  • Sat 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.5(24 reviews)
Action Urgent Care, Milpitas - 1487 Landess Ave, Milpitas
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211 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304211 Quarry Rd
Open until 9:00 pm
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Stanford Health Care, Express Care - 211 Quarry Rd
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590 Forest Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301590 Forest Ave
Open until 6:00 pm
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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 Santa Cruz?

    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 Santa Cruz?

    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.

Santa Cruz 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)
    https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
  3. PCR Tests (January 5, 2022)
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/pcr-tests/
  4. How does the COVID-19 antigen test work? (May 12, 2020)
    https://medical.mit.edu/covid-19-updates/2020/05/how-does-covid-19-antigen-test-work
  5. Antibody Serology Tests (September 27, 2021)
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/antibody-serology-tests/
  6. COVID-19 Testing: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) (April 4, 2022)
    https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/imm/covid-19-testing-faq.pdf
  7. Antibody Testing Is Not Currently Recommended to Assess Immunity After COVID-19 Vaccination: FDA Safety Communication (February 24, 2022)
    https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/antibody-testing-not-currently-recommended-assess-immunity-after-covid-19-vaccination-fda-safety
  8. COVID-19 Related Testing Costs
    https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-related-testing-charges.aspx

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