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covid-19 test menu
Our COVID-19 operation at the Forsyth Collection has concluded.
We will be offering COVID-19 testing at our other location in the near future.
Thank you!
hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
customer service
404-301-4460
info@pcgmolecular.com
walk-ins welcome
emailed test results
RT-PCR Test
Results in 24-48 hours
Sample Type: Nasopharyngeal swab or Saliva Spit
PCR standing for polymerase chain reaction is a test to detect genetic material from COVID-19. The test detects the presence of a virus if you have the virus at the time of the test. The test could also detect fragments of the virus even after you are no longer infected. This test is usually what most companies, airlines, and events require for entry.
Out of pocket cost $150
Insurance accepted
Rapid PCR Test
Results in 1 hour or less
Sample Type: Nasopharyngeal swab
This test detects the presence of the COVID-19 virus if you have the virus at the time of the test. This is a PCR based-test with 98% accuracy however most companies, airlines will not accept a rapid test and require a standard RT-PCR test. This test is recommended for symptomatic patients looking for an accurate test with fast results.
Out of pocket cost $200
Insurance accepted
Antibody Test
Results in 15 minutes
Sample Type: Finger Stick Whole Blood Collection
An antibody or serology test is a blood test that looks for signs of a previous COVID-19 infection. It detects antibodies (IGG, IGM), which are proteins in the blood that fight-off infection. Antibody testing has a lot of promise because it will help us understand the pervasiveness of COVID-19 in our communities.
Out of pocket cost $150
Insurance accepted
Respiratory Panel
Results in 45 minutes
Sample Type: Nasopharyngeal swab
1 Test. 22 targets. The respiratory panel uses a syndromic approach to accurately detect and identify the pathogens most commonly associated with respiratory infections. This panel includes the detection of COVID-19, Influenza. 20 other pathogenic and bacterial infections. Patient must have symptoms to receive this test.
Out of pocket cost $400
Insurance accepted
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