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4.54(332 reviews)
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Everything was great! This is my second time coming here. As soon as you walk in your greater by the nicest woman behind the counter. The doctor he is soooo nice and informative. This is our new urgent care from now on!
4.8(16k reviews)
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I needed a follow up from an er visit. They were very accommodating and friendly. My visit was pleasant and quick.
3.66(624 reviews)
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Scheduling was easy via Solv, but no coordination between Solv and the office resulted in multiple duplicate bookings and unacceptable wait time.  2:30 appointment confirmed by Solv, actual check-in 4:55.  Staff was friendly and courteous, but front desk staff was overwhelmed.  Provider and staff were prompt once I was checked in and appointment was quick and efficient.  Care and bedside manner were top notch.
4.82(562 reviews)
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Allergic reaction and tongue/throat swelled and was struggling to swallow and breath.  Was taken wonderful care of by nurse practitioner.  I’ll 100% be back!  Thank you!
4.72(150 reviews)
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It was fast and easy to find and schedule an appointment. Check-in was fast. Staff was very careing and helpful. I would definitely recommend using Solv to my friends and family.
4.9(2k reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Thank you guys. Was very sick with no voice, cough, and body aches. Called at 1000 but they were booked up, but they got me in standby around 2:30.  Short wait times, staff and RNP Ma was able to run tests, X-rays, and diagnose my illness. I got the meds I needed and started feeling better the next day.  I am so glad I did not go to the emergency room, 1 hour instead of 3-4 hours.  No brainer!
4.89(6k reviews)
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This is a top-notch urgent care clinic: From the helpful person who answered my phone call,  To the sweet gal at the front desk, To the warm and capable (Ferina?) MA who prepped my injury, To the kind and competent ARNP, Emily, who stitched my finger, To the medical staff gal who cleaned up my  finger and got me in my way.  This is was smooth, well-run clinic that made for my calm and anxiety-free visit on Thanksgiving day.  Keep up the superb job!!!
4.83(8.2k reviews)
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All the people here from concierge to PA were so friendly and really listened which  is so important to me.  I live in Olympia but to travel farther to this urgent care.  Regarding this visit the lady who saw me was excellent!  She asked answered my questions so I could understand and was very thorough.  As long as I live in the area I will continue to go here. Highly recommend.
4.77(7.2k reviews)
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Yall don’t even do anything to deserve a copay. Just taking blood pressures lol
4.7(274 reviews)
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4.94(122 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Urgent care
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It's easy to schedule and the staff is friendly. Highly recommend.
4.84(5.3k reviews)
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Was able to get an appointment the next day, was called back within minutes of my scheduled time. Had very short wait time on the room for both the nurse and the PAC. Was in and out in under 45 minutes. Very friendly. Excellent bedside manner.
4.7(140 reviews)
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4.78(7.8k reviews)
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I was surprised and grateful for how quickly I was seen and treated. The staff was very pleasant as well. If I had gone to the ER, I would have been there for hours.
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4.81(3k reviews)
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I was led to believe they would be able to cut and look to see if they could find the sliver in reality he just figured it was infected and no sliver. I went home and keep digging and pulled out a 3/8” long fiberglass sliver no thanks to this office. Total waste of time
4.83(4.9k reviews)
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Thank you for the kind service! I was grateful for Dr. Heath Christiansen’s care and kindness.
4.82(2k reviews)
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Check in staff person was wonderful as were the health professionals!
4.83(12k reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in patient reviews and ratings

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Urgent care
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Excellent and prompt care.  The communication was clear, and all staff responded with compassion to the concerns that I presented
4.83(5.9k reviews)
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Excellent wonderful friendly staff, Excellent providers and staff.
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What you need to know about Flu Testing in Spanaway, WA

A flu test can help you and your doctor determine if you have the flu and, if so, what treatment you'll need to reduce your symptoms and recover quickly. When you are suffering flu-like symptoms, you should get a flu test. Fever, chills, weakness, congestion, sore throat, cough, and muscle pains are all common flu symptoms. Other health disorders, such as COVID-19, can be ruled out with a flu test.

A flu test can be done using a swab or a nasal swab. Your healthcare professional uses a cotton swab to remove a sample of tissue and fluids from your nose during a swab test. A nasal test involves injecting a little amount of saline solution into your nose and then collecting the sample with gentle suction. Depending on whether you have a fast flu test or another test that requires your sample to be examined in a lab, results are available immediately or within one to two days.

If you are at risk of becoming seriously ill from the flu, a flu test may be required. Those who have a weaker immune system, are pregnant or hospitalized, are under the age of five, or are over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of serious sickness.

There is no need to prepare for a flu test, and there are no major risks or side effects. However, once your healthcare professional obtains the test sample, you may feel slight discomfort that lasts a few seconds. If your test results are positive, your doctor may prescribe drugs to help you manage your symptoms or work with you to choose the best treatment option. The flu usually passes in one to two weeks for the majority of people.

If you are at high risk of becoming extremely ill from the flu, your doctor may recommend that you obtain an annual flu vaccine. If you're at risk for the flu, talk to your doctor about how often you should get a flu test and when the best time is to receive the flu vaccine.

Flu Test FAQs

  • How much does a flu test cost in Spanaway?

    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 Spanaway?

    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 Spanaway?

    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.

Sources

Solv has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references.

  1. Annals of Family Medicine. A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Testing for Influenza A in High-Risk Adults.
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1466630/
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Influenza Signs and Symptoms and the Role of Laboratory Diagnostics.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/diagnosis/labrolesprocedures.htm
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. How Flu Spreads.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/spread.htm
  4. MedlinePlus. Flu (Influenza) Test.
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/flu-influenza-test/
  5. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/diagnosis/clinician_guidance_ridt.htm
  6. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes First COVID-19 and Flu Combination Test for use with home-collected samples.
    https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-authorizes-first-covid-19-and-flu-combination-test-use-home

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