COVID-19 Testing: Rapid, PCR, and Antibody Tests Available
We perform Rapid and PCR testing for the presence of active COVID-19 infection. We also perform rapid serological blood tests to check for antibodies and potential immunity after an infection or vaccination. Why wait? Get tested and find out today!
Walk in instant COVID-19 testing now available, no appointment needed. Just walk in and get tested today!
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At Jackson Urgent Care, we are committed to maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and cleanliness.
The health and safety of our patients and staff is a top priority. We have implemented new measures to maximize these efforts including but not limited to:
- All surfaces (doorknobs, exam tables, drawers, etc.) are wiped down using 90% alcohol after each visit and a nightly complete clinic sanitization is performed with hospital grade disinfectant.
- We have hand sanitizer, gloves and masks available free of charge for all patients and family members.
- All staff and patients are required to wear appropriate PPE and we enforce a no tolerance policy for those who do not follow said guidelines.
- We have hospital grade 3 stage UVC and carbon filters in all of our waiting rooms to assure the cleanest air possible.
- We have reduced seating in the waiting area to ensure proper social distancing.
- We have fully integrated telemedicine options available. Patients can be effortlessly cared for over the phone for minor complaints limiting the amount of exposure and traffic.
Viral COVID-19 Test
A viral test is a nasal swab test that looks for evidence of an active infection. If you are experiencing upper respiratory symptoms consistent with those of COVID-19 (cough, fever, body aches, fatigue, recent loss of taste), a PCR or antigen test can determine if you have coronavirus. A PCR test checks for the virus’s genetic material, while an antigen test looks for specific proteins on a virus surface. We offer both, with the rapid producing results in as little as 15 minutes while the nasal PCR results usually return within 1-3 days.
COVID-19 Antibody Test
Antibody blood tests, also called serologic blood tests, check for the presence of antibodies to coronavirus in the blood. It can be used to detect a past infection IgG or an active infection IgM. IgM and IgG are immunoglobulins produced by the immune system to protect against COVID-19. The level of IgM antibody begins to rise 1 week after the initial infection, while the rise in IgG usually appears after 14 days. Elevated IgG levels can last for months or years.
Understanding COVID-19
COVID-19 is a virus that primarily spreads through airborne respiratory droplets, close contact, and contaminated surfaces. Most cases of COVID-19 range from mild illness although there have been reported cases of severe infection that requires hospitalization. There is no treatment for COVID-19, other than supportive care and with the vaccine now available we hope numbers will decline.
COVID-19 Symptoms
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fever
- Chills
- Repeated shaking with chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Sore throat
- New loss of taste or smell