How much does a flu test cost in Helotes?

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 Helotes?

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 Helotes?

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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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Forum

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:59 pm

Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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8341 Agora Pkwy, Selma, TX 781548341 Agora Pkwy

5.0(2 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, SpringBranch - Singing Hills

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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426 Singing Oaks, Spring Branch, TX 78070426 Singing Oaks

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My Urgent Care Clinic, Schertz

My Urgent Care Clinic

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
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3795 Roy Richard Dr, Schertz, TX 781543795 Roy Richard Dr

4.82(97 reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:30 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:30 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM

95% of patients recommend this clinic.

NextCare Urgent Care, Cibolo - a BSWHealth partner

NextCare 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 - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

791 FM1103, Cibolo, TX 78108791 FM1103

4.72(2.2k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:15 AM 8:25 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:25 AM

96% of patients recommend this clinic.

Scheduling the appointment was easy. Wait time was not long. Staff was super friendly. Everyone was understanding and got meds ordered from the nearby pharmacy immediately. I have been to this location before and I always have a positive experience.

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Oak Run

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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1922 TX-46, New Braunfels, TX 781321922 TX-46

5.0(1 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, New Braunfels

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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958 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130958 S I-35 South Frontage Rd

1.0(1 reviews)

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NextCare Urgent Care, San Antonio (Culebra Rd) - a BSWHealth partner

NextCare 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 - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

11282 Culebra Rd, San Antonio, TX 7825311282 Culebra Rd

4.82(5.3k reviews)

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8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:25 AM 9:40 AM 9:50 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 4 times today on Solv.

Great staff, no wait time, and got results back quickly. I couldn’t do all of what I wanted to do done though, as I was past the time I could do it in.

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Wonderland

Little Spurs Pediatric 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
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4522 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX 782014522 Fredericksburg Rd

4.75(4.1k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:20 AM 8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM 9:20 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 12 times today on Solv.

Thanks for the swift and gentle flu shot! Everyone was very professional.

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Potranco Road

Little Spurs Pediatric 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
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14249 Potranco Rd, San Antonio, TX 7824514249 Potranco Rd

4.75(3.3k reviews)

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8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM 9:20 AM 9:30 AM 9:40 AM

93% of patients recommend this clinic.

Wasn’t to happy with provider she kept telling my daughter to look straight like it mattered when she was just listening to her lungs?! Didn’t see why that mattered . And kept saying sit up straight. As if she didn’t feel good already and she came in being bossy. That’s not what I went in for.other staff was nice and friendly.

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Stone Ridge

Little Spurs Pediatric 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
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20821 US-281, San Antonio, TX 7825820821 US-281

4.58(3.9k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 6 times today on Solv.

Good experience, but wished that something like discharge paperwork was provided that listed diagnosis, at home care, and medications/prescriptions sent to the pharmacy so that I could have a record of it. It’s what I’ve received at the urgent care facility I take myself to each time I leave.

NextCare Urgent Care, San Antonio (Stone Oak) - a BSWHealth partner

NextCare 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 - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

22906 US-281, San Antonio, TX 7825822906 US-281

4.81(4.8k reviews)

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8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:15 AM 9:25 AM 9:40 AM 10:15 AM 10:25 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 13 times today on Solv.

Scheduling was easy, I did it the night before. When I arrived, I was 2nd in line according to their link, and there didn’t seem to be many people there. Still, it took over an hour to be taken back and nearly 2 hours when all was said and done. This is my Urgent Care clinic of choice, but I’ve never seen this doctor before and it’s never taken this long in the past. Still, I would continue to use this clinic. Staff were friendly and my prescription was sent to my pharmacy promptly.

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Austin Highway

Little Spurs Pediatric 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

1248 Austin Hwy, San Antonio, TX 782091248 Austin Hwy

4.81(3.6k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 8:45 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM 9:20 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 4 times today on Solv.

Staff was extremely friendly, had a slight wait due to other appointments coming in but staff was very apologetic while still providing great care! Had a slight issue with the pharmacy the prescription was sent to and staff was quick to resend to another to make sure we could get it asap. Thank you!!

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Southwest

Little Spurs Pediatric 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

1714 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 782211714 SW Military Dr

4.82(6.7k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 8:30 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:10 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 32 times today on Solv.

Medical team was very efficient and professional. The provider did a great job of discussing and explaining all issues we came in for and had her tested. Prescription was ordered and we were on our way with a plan for recovery.

NextCare Urgent Care, San Antonio (Woodlake) - a BSWHealth partner

NextCare 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 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

7110 Farm-To-Market Rd 78, San Antonio, TX 782447110 Farm-To-Market Rd 78

4.79(6.8k reviews)

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8:00 AM 8:15 AM 8:25 AM 8:40 AM 8:50 AM 9:00 AM 9:40 AM 10:15 AM

94% of patients recommend this clinic.

Went to ER scheduled ER follow up that day was a heavy storm called to verify and even though I got the text message for the next day, they did not see me on the schedule and made me wait till the next available in an agonizing pain left several voicemails. You never got a callback from management as requested.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 12:00 pm

Mon 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Tue 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Wed 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Thu 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
Fri 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
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9234 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 782499234 N Loop 1604 W

4.22(479 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.

Alamo City Urgent Care, Shaenfield

Alamo City 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 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

8110 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, TX 782548110 W Loop 1604 N

4.9(4.4k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 5 times today on Solv.

These folks got it all down!! Will never make the mistake and go to a different urgent care closer to me. Scheduled less than 1 hour before arriving at end of day like possibly the last patients and they took excellent care of my daughter. So quickly and testing completed rapidly . The provider was very kind and understanding. She met our needs and meds were given there . Pharmacy got the order we picked up before 9pm. The staff was all amazing !! Thank you for your service ❤️. 10 out of 10 would recommend.

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
SunClosed

9618 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 782409618 Huebner Rd

4.19(449 reviews)

Lab testing

I was very surprised with my experience here. My appointment was made very quickly. I was seen in a very short period of time. My test results came back in a very timely manner. I was able to speak with a doctor soon after and was taking care of. I was very satisfied with the experience I had here. I definitely recommend using them for any issues you have or any questions you may have.

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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3903 Wiseman Blvd, San Antonio, TX 782513903 Wiseman Blvd

4.38(510 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
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11212 TX-151, San Antonio, TX 7825111212 TX-151

4.39(595 reviews)

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Quest Lab Testing for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Labcorp, San Antonio

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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8042 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX 782298042 Wurzbach Rd

4.19(468 reviews)

Lab testing

A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

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