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2219 Texas Ave, Bridge City, TX 776112219 Texas Ave
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 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.99(220 reviews)
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Tower Medical, Bridge City  - 2219 Texas Ave
Woke up feeling hoarse, coughing and congested. I was able to walk in and be seen. The staff Danyell, receptionist, and NP Scruggs was very attentive to me feeling better and made the visit worth the drive. Keep up the good work!  I recommend this urgent care to anyone.

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2100 FM 365, Nederland, TX 776272100 FM 365
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 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
5.0(2 reviews)
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Tower Medical, Nederland  - 2100 FM 365

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3195 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont, TX 777063195 Dowlen 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
4.71(1.2k reviews)
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AFC Urgent Care, Beaumont - 3195 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont
Everything was very good considering they were working with what they had on provider and one nurse ..wait time is what it was .. really not their fault so let’s stop worrying about time you can’t stop or rush it when it comes to a life these folks did beyond well keep up the awesome job!!!

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230 Strickland Dr, Orange, TX 77630230 Strickland Dr
Open12:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.52(555 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 230 Strickland Dr
After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.
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3107 Edgar Brown Dr, West Orange, TX 776303107 Edgar Brown Dr
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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228 Strickland Dr, Orange, TX 77630228 Strickland 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 - 12:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 228 Strickland Dr
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1031 Nederland Ave, Nederland, TX 776271031 Nederland Ave
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
Next Level Urgent Care, Nederland - 1031 Nederland Ave
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1908 E Farm to Market Rd 365, Nederland, TX 776271908 E Farm to Market Rd 365
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
4.33(6 reviews)
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2300 FM 365, Nederland, TX 776272300 FM 365
Open until12:30 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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4405 N Twin City Hwy, Nederland, TX 776274405 N Twin City Hwy
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8035 Memorial Blvd, Port Arthur, TX 776408035 Memorial Blvd
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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8445 Memorial Blvd, Port Arthur, TX 776408445 Memorial Blvd
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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1509 S Hwy 69, Nederland, TX 776271509 S Hwy 69
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
3.0(2 reviews)
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It has been a minute since I was there, I did not write a review. Wellfast is my go to clinic. I have been having some head congestion took some Coricidin, I am also feeling a bit of sore throat which felt like it was better. I will be at Wellfast in the morning. I recommend this clinic to anyone who wants fast service and you will be taken care of for sure.
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2501 Jimmy Johnson Blvd, Port Arthur, TX 776402501 Jimmy Johnson Blvd
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 2501 Jimmy Johnson Blvd
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3012 Spurlock Rd, Nederland, TX 776273012 Spurlock Rd
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PO Box 552, Beaumont, TX 77704PO Box 552
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303 S Huntington St, Sulphur, LA 70663303 S Huntington St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 3:00 am - 8:00 pm
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755 N 11th St, Beaumont, TX 77702755 N 11th 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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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4825 Ward Dr, Beaumont, TX 777054825 Ward Dr
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3030 North St, Beaumont, TX 777023030 North 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
  • SunClosed
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4795 College St, Beaumont, TX 777074795 College 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 - 5:00 pm
  • SunClosed
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Great friendly service. I have never had to wait more than 30 minutes.
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4106 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont, TX 777064106 Dowlen 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 - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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2950 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont, TX 777062950 Dowlen Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Dowlen Rd, Beaumont - 2950 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont

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4046 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont, TX 777064046 Dowlen 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
  • Sat10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
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I had never been to Promptu and was impressed with my visit. The waiting room and exam rooms were very clean and neat. The staff was friendly and helpful. I was pleased with the tests they took and were able to tell me what was making me sick. I will return the next time I need an Urgent Care facility. I was very lucky that there were only a few patients in the waiting room.
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6342 Phelan Blvd, Beaumont, TX 777066342 Phelan 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
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Next Level Urgent Care, Beaumont - 6342 Phelan Blvd
I was at Next Level Urgent care in Beaumont on Phelan Street. The young lady that checked me in was very helpful. Internet was slow so she did it for me on a tablet. I had Juan as a tech and Tina Marie as a provider and they were amazing. Very thorough and considerate. I could not have asked for better treatment. I left feeling like these people really care about others. Overall a great experience.
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2342 Dowlen Rd, Beaumont, TX 777062342 Dowlen Rd
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 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
2.63(8 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

Friendly Staff

Best Urgent Care in Beaumont. Professional Doctors & staff. Hardly ever a wait time. Very clean. Convenient parking.
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301 S Cities Service Hwy, Sulphur, LA 70665301 S Cities Service Hwy
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
4.67(9 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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This place is the best! No long wait and the staff is very caring and attentive. This is the only Urgent Care I will use.
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6622 Phelan Blvd, Beaumont, TX 777066622 Phelan Blvd
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
  • SatUnknown
  • SunUnknown
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2640 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 706052640 Country Club 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 - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
Fast Pace Health, Lake Charles - 2640 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles
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1890 W Gauthier Rd, Lake Charles, LA 706051890 W Gauthier 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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1905 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 706051905 Country Club 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 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.29(12 reviews)
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4201 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA 706054201 Nelson Rd
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
2.28(9 reviews)
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The staff saw me and my daughter together for two separate complaints. Each was polite, caring and friendly, as well as accommodating. The receptionist is just rude. Not nice at all. Needs Carnegie training. Phone calls from her are no different. A disappointment to a fine staff.
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4320 Lake St, Lake Charles, LA 706054320 Lake St
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
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2106 Sampson St, Westlake, LA 706692106 Sampson 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 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SouthStar Urgent Care, Westlake - 2106 Sampson St
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830 W Bayou Pines Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601830 W Bayou Pines Dr
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114 W Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70601114 W Prien Lake Rd
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110 W Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70601110 W Prien Lake 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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280 Farm to Market Rd 418, Silsbee, TX 77656280 Farm to Market Rd 418
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
  • SunClosed
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2400 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 706012400 Ryan 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 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
4.0(6 reviews)
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1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 706011701 Oak Park Blvd
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
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1910 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 706011910 Oak Park Blvd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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3437 Derek Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706073437 Derek Dr
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • SatClosed
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Flu Test FAQs

  • How much does a flu test cost in Orange?

    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 Orange?

    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 Orange?

    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.

What you need to know about Flu Testing in Orange, TX

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.

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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