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17513 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 7076917513 Old Jefferson Hwy
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
4.89(4.6k reviews)
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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Prairieville - 17513 Old Jefferson Hwy
Grandson has a wrist injury playing basketball. NP was excellent in guidance and recommendations regarding care. This facility never disappoints and always goes above and beyond with care. Excellent communication from healthcare providers. 2 minute wait to be seen is unheard of these days. Staff very helpful and polite.

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8540 Siegen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 708108540 Siegen Ln
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
4.89(2.4k reviews)
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Jessica and Brandy were incredible. Very kind.

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4460 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 708084460 Perkins Rd
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
4.83(8.2k reviews)
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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Southdowns - 4460 Perkins Rd
Dr. Chad was VERY helpful and kind. The staff was professional and friendly.

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7353 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 708067353 Jefferson Hwy
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
4.86(6.3k reviews)
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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Bocage - 7353 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge
Wait time was a bit longer than expected, considering I made an appointment.  all else ok

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409 Oak Plaza Blvd, Brusly, LA 70719409 Oak Plaza Blvd
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
4.92(2.3k reviews)
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Everyone one was so friendly and personal there. Great visit.

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9688 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708159688 Florida Blvd
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
4.89(9.6k reviews)
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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Broadmoor - 9688 Florida Blvd
It was my first time there but everything was very good other than the Time in the waiting to get called back

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2840 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708062840 Florida Blvd
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
4.85(5.1k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Mid City - 2840 Florida Blvd, Baton Rouge
This is my favorite location to receive medical services. The Physician Assistant was attentive to my needs. The other staff members were friendly. The exam room was clean. Very short waiting time.

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5420 Plank Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 708055420 Plank Rd
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
4.87(6.4k reviews)
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Patient Plus Urgent Care, Delmont - 5420 Plank Rd
Very nice people Love the services

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1602 S Burnside Ave, Gonzales, LA 707371602 S Burnside Ave
Open12:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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4.11(536 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 1602 S Burnside Ave
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.
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7731 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 708107731 Perkins Rd
Open 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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4.26(502 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 7731 Perkins Rd
I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.
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217 Railroad Ave, Donaldsonville, LA 70346217 Railroad Ave
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2647 S St Elizabeth Blvd, Gonzales, LA 707372647 S St Elizabeth Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 2647 S St Elizabeth Blvd
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1125 Louisiana 30 W, Gonzales, LA 707371125 Louisiana 30 W
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2304 S Burnside Ave, Gonzales, LA 707372304 S Burnside Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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14225 LA-73, Prairieville, LA 7076914225 LA-73
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 14225 LA-73
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17609 Old Jefferson Hwy, Prairieville, LA 7076917609 Old Jefferson Hwy
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 17609 Old Jefferson Hwy
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8080 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708108080 Bluebonnet Blvd
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 8080 Bluebonnet Blvd
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11441 Industriplex Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 7080911441 Industriplex Blvd
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
  • Sat 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 11441 Industriplex Blvd
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8130 Summa Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 708098130 Summa 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
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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8300 Constantin Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708088300 Constantin Blvd
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
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 8300 Constantin Blvd
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4890 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708094890 Bluebonnet Blvd
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
  • SunClosed
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7135 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 708087135 Perkins Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 7135 Perkins Rd
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7444 Picardy Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 708087444 Picardy Ave
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 - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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7777 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708087777 Hennessy Blvd
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 7777 Hennessy Blvd
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5131 O'Donovan Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 708085131 O'Donovan Dr
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Labcorp - 5131 O'Donovan Dr
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650 Arlington Creek Centre Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70820650 Arlington Creek Centre Dr
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11842 Justice Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 7081611842 Justice Ave
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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3024 Westfork Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 708163024 Westfork Dr
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Premier Lab Testing - 3024 Westfork Dr
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14946 S Harrells Ferry Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 7081614946 S Harrells Ferry 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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14635 S Harrell's Ferry Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 7081614635 S Harrell's Ferry Rd
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
  • SunClosed
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6949 Commerce Cir, Baton Rouge, LA 708096949 Commerce Cir
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • SunClosed
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1443 Delplaza Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 708151443 Delplaza Dr
Open until 3:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • TueClosed
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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25905 Juban Rd, Denham Springs, LA 7072625905 Juban 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 - 8:00 pm
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This is the best urgent care I have ever gone to they are very friendly Doctors are great they take time to talk you and explain what's wrong the wait time is not bad at all i give this clinic 5 stars
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8415 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 708068415 Goodwood Blvd
Open until 9:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 8415 Goodwood Blvd
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8394 Rushing Rd E, Denham Springs, LA 707268394 Rushing Rd E
Open until 5:30 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 - 5:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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10921 S Havenpark Ct, Baton Rouge, LA 7081510921 S Havenpark Ct
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 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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3301 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA 708063301 Government St
Open until11:59 pm
  • Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
  • Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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236 Wabash Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70806236 Wabash Blvd
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 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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5000 O'Donovan Blvd, Walker, LA 707855000 O'Donovan Blvd
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 5000 O'Donovan Blvd
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8369 Florida Blvd, Denham Springs, LA 707268369 Florida Blvd
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 8369 Florida Blvd
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3045 Choctaw Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 708053045 Choctaw Dr
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2703 Weller Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 708052703 Weller Ave
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6685 Sullivan Rd, Central, LA 707396685 Sullivan 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
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4350 Scenic Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 708054350 Scenic Hwy
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113 Belle Terre Blvd, Laplace, LA 70068113 Belle Terre 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
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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1201 Kenneth St, Morgan City, LA 703801201 Kenneth St
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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1200 Victor II Blvd, Morgan City, LA 703801200 Victor II Blvd
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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RSV Test FAQs

  • What is an RSV test?

    RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a respiratory infection that can be detected with an RSV test. Your healthcare provider may use a swab to collect a sample from your nose or throat, or they may inject a saline solution into your nose and gently suction it out during an RSV test.

  • Who should get an RSV test in Donaldsonville?

    RSV is a virus that can cause serious respiratory problems in infants, the elderly, and adults with a weakened immune system. RSV symptoms include sneezing, headaches, and a runny nose, which are similar to those of a regular cold. Adults usually don't need an RSV test unless they're having severe symptoms like coughing, breathing difficulties, or blue skin.

  • How much does an RSV test cost?

    The cost of an RSV test is governed by several factors, including the test's location and whether or not you have health insurance. If you don't have insurance, an RSV test might cost anywhere from $10 to $43.

  • Does insurance cover RSV testing in Donaldsonville?

    Your health insurance company may pay you for the cost of an RSV test. However, a number of factors, such as whether you have a co-pay or have met your deductible, may influence the amount you must pay. If you have any doubts about what is covered under your individual health plan, you can call your insurance carrier or read over your plan documentation.

  • Where should I get an RSV test in Donaldsonville?

    RSV testing is accessible at a number of urgent care clinics and physician's offices. If your doctor orders an RSV test for you or your kid, it will almost definitely be performed by a nurse at the doctor's office.

  • How is RSV tested for in infants and babies?

    RSV tests on young children and babies are frequently performed with a nasal swab. Your healthcare expert will put a little swab into the child's nostril until it reaches the back of their nose. They'll gently move the swab around to get a sample of nasal secretions. While there may be some discomfort at first, the test is completely safe and only takes a few minutes.

  • How long does it take to get RSV test results in Donaldsonville?

    A nasal swab test performed on-site at your doctor's office usually yields results in a matter of minutes. Blood testing is sometimes used to identify RSV, in which case the sample will most likely be sent to a lab for analysis. The results could take several days to arrive.

  • How accurate are RSV tests?

    RSV tests that employ a sample of nasal secretion are accurate 80 to 90% of the time. Blood testing for RSV antibodies are usually incorrect, particularly in infants and young children. This is because antibodies from a mother's blood might remain in a baby's blood after birth. It's possible that if an infant tests positive for RSV, the mother infected them with RSV antibodies before they were born.

  • How can I book an RSV test through Solv?

    Solv makes it simple to schedule RSV testing. Simply type "RSV" into our website's search bar. The RSV test will be offered as a choice. After inputting your location or selecting the option to use your current location, click the search icon. On the next page, you'll see a list of providers in your area with available appointment times. Simply choose a time and location that is convenient for you, then enter your information to schedule an appointment.

  • Can I do at-home RSV testing?

    RSV home testing is currently unavailable. Some companies are developing home tests for respiratory infections such as RSV, COVID-19, and the flu, however the FDA has yet to approve these tests. RSV testing should be done at your doctor's office.

Donaldsonville RSV Tests

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a virus that affects the lungs, nose, and throat. RSV usually causes mild symptoms in older children and adults, and there is no need for a test. RSV is a seasonal illness that usually strikes in the late fall and early winter. One of the most common causes of respiratory illnesses is this virus. The majority of children will have contracted RSV by the age of two, but not all of them will develop severe symptoms.

If your child develops severe illness symptoms such as fever, wheezing, intense coughing, or difficulty breathing, your doctor may recommend an RSV test. In babies, RSV can lead to more serious infections such as bronchitis, pneumonia, or coup.

Some persons are more likely to acquire a severe RSV infection, such as:

  • Premature babies
  • Children with a congenital heart disease
  • Children with a chronic lung disease
  • Individuals with a weakened immune system
  • The elderly

RSV is highly contagious, and it can be spread by coughing or sneezing. The good news is that once you've had RSV, you're less likely to get it again. If they occur, the symptoms will most likely be modest.

RSV has no specific treatment, and most infections will go away on their own in 1-2 weeks. On the other hand, some over-the-counter medications can help alleviate symptoms. Your doctor may prescribe acetaminophen to help with fever relief. If your kid or infant has been diagnosed with RSV, please sure to follow your doctor's instructions and only take drugs designed for children. A youngster should never be given aspirin. Antibiotics are rarely used to treat viral infections, but they may be given if the infection is severe.

When RSV tests are given as soon as the virus appears, they are most effective. If your doctor suggests an RSV test, there is no need to prepare. You should tell your doctor about any prescriptions you're taking, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and supplements.

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