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Vintage, TX COVID-19 Testing, Rapid Results & FAQs
Get COVID-19 PCR, rapid, and antibody testing at AFC Vintage. Learn about symptoms, testing options, and mobile services. No appointment needed.
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Understanding COVID-19
The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is a virus that originated in China and was first detected in late 2019. COVID-19 is an upper respiratory infection and has led to closures and shutdowns of businesses, schools and organizations worldwide. Over 47,000 confirmed cases have been reported in the state of Connecticut as of July 2020.
Because COVID-19 is such a recent virus, the full scope of its symptoms are still being researched and studied. While some patients may experience mild symptoms similar to a cold or flu, many patients have wound up hospitalized due to the extent and severity of their symptoms. Patients with COVID-19 may also be completely asymptomatic and not realize they are sick or even contagious. Some of the range of symptoms associated with COVID-19 include:
- Dry cough
- High fever (102 F or higher) or chills
- Recent loss of taste and/or smel
- Nausea and vomiting
- Shortness of breath
- Sore throat
- Chest and nasal congestion
- Chronic fatigue
- Muscle aches and headaches
Some patients are considered to be higher risk for complications than others. Patients over the age of 60, pregnant women or patients with underlying conditions or compromised immune systems may be more prone to developing serious to fatal symptoms or complications from COVID-19. Patients considered to be high-risk should be taken to the emergency room immediately for care, especially if they have difficulty breathing or feel pressure in their chest.
COVID-19 is airborne and can survive on surfaces for several days, which is why wearing a mask in public areas is recommended by the CDC as well as frequently washing and sanitizing your hands and frequently touched objects.
What tests are offered at AFC Urgent Care Vintage?
AFC Urgent Care Vintage offers various types of tests to diagnose an active case of COVID-19 or to detect a past infection.
Currently Sick
Diagnostic NAAT/PCR testing is done to diagnose the active COVID-19 virus. A gentle swab is taken to acquire a sample and sent to our lab for analyzing. Results are returned to the patient in 3 business days, depending on lab capacity or any unforeseen circumstances. It is important you wait a couple of days after exposure to be tested because you could have a false negative in the first 3-5 days.
Your AFC clinic will perform two different COVID tests: A Rapid COVID-19 Nucleic Acid Amplification Test and RT-PCR COVID-19 Test. Testing for the active COVID-19 virus is performed using a swab of the lower nasal cavity. The test is performed quickly and is painless for the patient. You’ll receive your rapid results on the spot and will get the results of the more comprehensive RT-PCR COVID-19 Test online within a few days.
Post-COVID
Antibody testing is a blood test performed to detect a past infection or asymptomatic patients (If you have been asymptomatic for at least two weeks, you are eligible to be tested for coronavirus antibodies. Symptoms include dry cough, fever, body aches and congestion.) with COVID-19 through the presence of antibodies, an immune response developed after an infection has healed. Antibody testing requires a blood draw with results available in 4-7 business days, depending on lab capacity or any unforeseen circumstances. It is important to note that if you have the active virus, your antibody test will show up with a negative result due to the time it takes to develop antibodies (10-14 days after an infection has healed). Negative results indicate no exposure to COVID-19, however, you may have been infected too recently for antibodies to develop. Appointments are not required, but please wear a mask when visiting our center for antibody testing.
Mobile Testing
AFC Urgent Care Vintage is able to provide testing for the active virus as well as antibody testing for individuals and businesses that are residential or beginning to reopen. AFC Urgent Care Vintage has worked with local businesses to set up mobile testing for local businesses including offices, warehouses, nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout the area. Our staff will set up a tent on the grounds of your building with the equipment needed for testing, including full PPE gear for those performing the tests. We will take full precautions during mobile testing, including encouraging social distancing for all being tested. Results will be available to patients in 3 business days, depending on lab capacity or any unforeseen circumstances. Currently, research is being performed to determine whether the presence of antibodies means that a patient has an immunity or protection against further infection. For the latest updates on how antibodies are being tested, visit the CDC website.
At your local AFC Urgent Care Center, we offer rapid testing so that you can get your results quickly. Whether you are experiencing symptoms, getting back from a trip, or have been in contact with someone with COVID-19, come into our center to get tested today!
Disclaimer: Please check with your insurance provider as some insurers may require a copayment.
Testing FAQs
A: Getting your rapid test is a quick and easy process. There is no appointment needed! Just walk-in.
1. At the day of your rapid test please make sure you have insurance and ID ready and register at the front desk. If you are uninsured you must provide your social security number and ID to qualify for the federal program.
2. An AFC provider will perform and evaluation and a staff member will perform the test.
3. Results will be provided shortly as soon as they are available.
Please note there is limited availability per hour and you may experience a wait depending on the number of people requesting testing.
A: You must register for each family member who needs a rapid test so that we can register in our system separately.
A: Come in on the day you would like to be tested.
A: We have limited supply of rapid tests in each center and a limited number of tests that can be performed each hour which is why we limit the number of tests that can be scheduled for the day
A: Please check with the airline you are traveling with or the country (location) you are traveling to ensure the our tests are an accepted form of testing.
A: Currently your insurance carrier is covering the cost of testing. If you have out of state Insurance, your insurance may not be accepted and you may incur a charge that you may be able to get reimbursed. We will provide a receipt in such an event.
A: AFC Urgent Care participates in a federal program to cover the cost of COVID-19 testing. You must truly be uninsured or not be covered under another policy to qualify. You will be asked to provide your social security number and a government issued ID (i.e. Drivers License, Passport etc)
A: Yes you can. Please call the center and we can take care of you immediately
A: Please register at the front desk by filling out the forms and providing your insurance and ID. A member of our team will contact you and direct you to the area that we perform the rapid testing. Once the sample is collected you will be directed to wait in your vehicle until the test has been completed. Once the results are available, our staff will either call you to retrieve your results or come out to meet you with them in your car.
A: Yes. It is a non-invasive sample taken from the lower area of the nasal canal and we are as gentle as possible!
A: Yes. A Nucleic Acid Amplification Test, or NAAT, is a type of viral diagnostic test for SARS-CoV-2. A PCR test through nasal or throat swab is the most common NAAT technique for detecting specific nucleic acid in a sample.
A: You won’t have to wait long for results. You’re welcome to wait right in your car where a member of our staff will come to you with your lab results and your report and answer any remaining questions you may have within 30 minutes.
A: Yes, you do not need to be displaying symptoms in order to be tested or to get accurate results. If you have been exposed it is highly recommended you wait a minimum of 48-72 hours or longer for an accurate determination.
A: A negative result is not a free get out of jail card, and does not discount you from maintaining safety precautions, as the test results are only effective up until the time of testing. Please continue to take normal precautions following the test and follow the CDC guidelines.
COVID-19 Services
Our clinic follows the CDC guidelines for social distancing and sanitization. Plus, we run routine pandemic drills. We know how to care for COVID-19 patients while keeping everyone safe. Seek medical care immediately if you have trouble breathing, blue lips, or feel constant chest pain.
At American Family Care, our primary focus has always been our patients. We want to make sure you have the tests, vaccines, and information you need to best take care of yourself and your loved ones. Contact us today for a COVID test, vaccine or information!
Why Choose AFC Vintage?
COVID testing is an important service whether you’re vaccinated or not. Many people remain vulnerable to COVID-19, and if you’re feeling sick, you could be putting those around you at risk. AFC offers COVID testing right on-site, giving you quick results to let you know whether or not you have COVID-19. Furthermore, we also test for Flu A/B and strep, illnesses that produce similar symptoms, so even if you don’t have COVID, we can get you the proper treatment.
We know that if you’re feeling sick, the last thing you need is to wait for an appointment, so feel free to walk right into your local AFC to request a test. If it turns out that you do have COVID-19, our providers will set you up with a treatment plan that could include medication, plenty of fluids, rest, and of course, staying home.
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