Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Test

This test is used to rapidly detect an active COVID-19 infection in a patient.

Results are generally reported within 30 minutes at most locations.

Test Information
All of Embry Health’s antigen test offerings utilize tests that have received emergency use authorization from the FDA.

For Quidel’s Sofia SARS Antigen FIA Test and Luminostics Clip COVID Rapid Antigen Test, the specimen is collected by a lower nasal swab (anterior nares). The cotton swab does not need to be inserted far into the nose, and is rotated in a circle around the entire inside edge of each nostril at least three times. Results are generally available within 30 minutes and delivered to the patient via email (with the individual’s consent).

1-2 Day PCR COVID-19 Test

Satisfies most travel restriction requirements

Test Information
The RT-PCR COVID-19 Test has been released under FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the detection of nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2 (the virus responsible for COVID-19 infection), and can be used in applications that require molecular/ RT-PCR testing. Please consult your state health department for additional information regarding specific uses (such as pre and post travel requirements). This test is an RT-PCR, molecular and NAAT test which satisfies most travel requirements; however, it is the purchaser’s responsibility to verify the test will be accepted for travel prior to purchase. Please note that most travel restrictions require that a traveler’s test specimen IS COLLECTED within 72 hours prior to arrival at a destination.

Rapid COVID-19 IgG/IgM Antibody Test

This test is used to detect COVID-19 antibodies. A positive antibody test result suggests the patient was recently infected by COVID-19 or has developed an immune response through vaccination.