COVID ANTIBODIES TEST NEWPORT BEACH
PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES
At Newport Center Urgent Care, we offer antibody testing in Newport Beach. Our facility also provides a range of additional services and is staffed by knowledgeable healthcare professionals.
A COVID antibody test is a blood test that can tell if you have antibodies to the COVID-19 virus. This can be helpful in determining if you have had the virus in the past, and may now be immune to it. Presence of antibodies could also indicate immunity as a result of prior vaccinations. Antibody tests are not currently recommended for the diagnosis of active COVID-19 infection.
These tests can be performed with a blood sample or a swab from inside your nose. The test looks for antibodies, (which are proteins that your body produces in response to an infection). If the test is positive, it means that you have COVID-19 antibodies in your blood and that you have likely been infected with the COVID-19 virus. Antibody tests can help to identify people who have been infected with the COVID-19 virus, and who may be able to donate plasma to help treat other patients.
types of tests
There are two types of COVID antibody tests- rapid and laboratory. Rapid tests can give results in minutes, while laboratory tests may take a few days. Rapid antibody is a finger stick to collect a couple drops of blood, and gives results in as little as15 minutes. Lab antibody testing is a formal blood draw that goes to the lab and gives results usually within 1-3 days.
Similarly to rapid antigen COVID tests, COVID antibody tests are less accurate than laboratory COVID antibody tests. This means that they may sometimes give false positive results, (showing that someone has antibodies when they really don't), or false negative results, (showing that someone does not have antibodies when they really do).
If you get a positive result on a rapid COVID antibody test, it's important to follow up with a laboratory COVID antibody test to confirm the result. If you get a negative result on a rapid COVID antibody test, it's possible that you could still have antibodies to COVID-19. It's also possible that the test just wasn't sensitive enough to detect them.
COVID ANTIBODY TESTING IN NEWPORT BEACH
GET THE FACTS ABOUT COVID FROM NEWPORT CENTER URGENT CARE
We all have questions about COVID-19 and testing, and it is important to know that at NCUC, we are here for all of your COVID questions and testing needs.
We all have questions about COVID-19 and testing, and it is important to know that at NCUC, we are here for all of your COVID questions and testing needs.
(949) 438-6690
EMERGENCY WARNING SIGNS FOR COVID-19
If you are experiencing any of the following severe symptoms of COVID-19, immediately seek emergency medical assistance:
Shortness of breath
Trouble breathing
New confusion
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds
Inability to wake or stay awake
HOW TO TREAT MILD COVID SYMPTOMS AT HOME
Here are a few ways that you can successfully treatCOVID-19 at home with mild symptoms:
Stay hydrated
Rest
Drink lots of warm liquids
Choose easy-to-digest foods
Sit in some steam
Take OTC medications, (such as Advil, Tylenol and Motrin for pain), and cough suppressants or nasal decongestants or nasal sprays, to help relieve symptoms of discomfort
EXPECTED TIME FRAMES FOR COVID TESTING
The time frame for COVID testing really depends on the type of test that is taken. For rapid antigen testing at our facility: 1-2 hours; rapid PCR: 1-2 hours; lab PCR can take up to 72 hours; rapid antibody: 15 minutes; and lab antibody between 1-3 days.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID
If you test positive for COVID and are experiencing COVID-like symptoms, (ie: fever, chills, headache, sore throat, cough, muscle aches, fatigue, etc.), you should self-isolate for a full 5 days after the start of your symptoms. You should also wear a well-fitted mask for the following 5 days, and get clinically evaluated, (if needed).
HOW TO TREAT COVID-19 WITH PRESCRIBED MEDICATIONS
The FDA has authorized certain antiviral medications and monoclonal antibodies to treat mild-to moderate COVID 19 in people who are more likely to get very sick. These treatments target specific parts of the virus so it cannot multiply inside them, helping prevent severe illness or death from this infection.
QUICK COVID ANTIBODY TESTING
We provide the same high quality service as larger clinics, but at a fraction of the cost. Why wait? Call or stop by Newport Center Urgent Care today!
If you're looking for a COVID antibodies test, or any other non-life-threatening medical services, Newport Center Urgent Care is the place to go. Our experienced and caring staff will take care of you from the moment you walk through the door.
At Newport Center Urgent Care, we offer a wide range of COVID testing services, as well as other medical services such as x-rays and lab work. Most importantly, we offer convenient hours, and walk-ins are always welcome. We are open Monday through Friday from 8am-8pm, and weekends from 8am-6pm.
If you're looking for a COVID antibodies test, or any other non-life-threatening medical services, Newport Center Urgent Care is the place to go. Our experienced and caring staff will take care of you from the moment you walk through the door.
At Newport Center Urgent Care, we offer a wide range of COVID testing services, as well as other medical services such as x-rays and lab work. Most importantly, we offer convenient hours, and walk-ins are always welcome. We are open Monday through Friday from 8am-8pm, and weekends from 8am-6pm.
Additionally, our drive-thru COVID clinic is open 8am-4pm everyday, and if you need help with a test after those hours, you simply call our office at (949) 438-6753, to let them know you are here for a COVID test. We have designated parking spots for COVID testing, and once you call, one of our amazing staff with come out and meet you by your car to have you fill out your patient intake forms, as well as administer the testing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Get answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about COVID, and the various types of diagnostic tests to find out if you have it.
The rapid diagnostic test, (also referred to as the rapid antigen test), is a type of test that looks for antibodies in the blood that are produced in response to a viral infection. Antibodies are proteins that help the body fight off infections.
There is no clear cut definitive answer as to how long antibodies stay in your system. They may be detected in your blood for several months or more, (depending on the severity of the infection, and the individual).
After a COVID vaccine, you may test positive for antibodies. Please note, however, that this does not indicate a specific level of protection or immunity from SARS-CoV-2 infection.
There are two main types of tests available for detecting COVID-19 antibodies: antigen tests and antibody tests. Antigen tests are typically faster and more accurate, but they are also more expensive. Antigen tests work by detecting the presence of the virus itself, while antibody tests work by detecting the body's immune response to the virus. If you have severe symptoms or are at high risk for complications from COVID-19, an antigen test may be the best option. However, if you are asymptomatic, or have mild symptoms, an antibody test may be a better choice.
A high level of COVID-19 antibodies in your blood indicates that you have had a previous infection, and your body has developed immunity to the virus. This means that you are unlikely to get infected again, and may even be able to help others who are still vulnerable.
At this time, it is unknown exactly what level of COVID antibodies are protective. According to the CDC, scientists are currently using antibody tests to learn more about the level of antibodies that is needed for protection from COVID-19, and exactly how long that protection may last.
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