How much does a flu test cost in Bristol?

The cost of flu test kits ranges from $18 to $24.50, with an average of $20. A flu test, on the other hand, can cost more or less based on a number of factors, including provider rates, geographic location, and whether or not your health insurance plan covers this treatment. Calling the testing firm directly is the most accurate way to find out how much a flu test costs.

Does insurance cover flu testing?

Flu testing is covered by many health insurance policies, especially if your doctor requests it because of your symptoms. Contact your health insurance provider directly to learn more about your benefits and flu testing coverage. Some flu testing firms will verify your insurance benefits for free to see if this test is covered by your plan.

How long after exposure to flu will you test positive?

You should get tested for the flu within three to four days of becoming ill, according to the CDC. It also warns that even if you don't have any symptoms or aren't yet experiencing them, you can spread the virus to others. On average, flu symptoms appear one to four days after the virus has entered your body.

How do they test for the flu in Bristol?

The flu can be diagnosed using a swab test or a nasal aspirate. For the swab test, your healthcare provider will take tissue and fluid samples from your nose or throat with a swab. For the nasal aspirate test, a saline solution is injected into your nose, and the sample is extracted with mild suction. Your sample may be sent to a lab for analysis, or test results may be available immediately.

How long does it take to get flu test results in Bristol?

Flu test results may come back straight away or take many hours or days, depending on the testing procedure used. The rapid flu test delivers results in 30 minutes on average, whereas results from flu tests sent to the lab take one to two days to arrive. The flu test provider will be able to provide you a more accurate time frame for receiving your findings.

What is a rapid flu test?

A fast flu test can determine whether you have the flu in less than 30 minutes. This test is quite handy because the results are available right away. This also gives you and your healthcare provider the opportunity to discuss the numerous treatment options available to you. Other types of flu testing must be sent to a lab, with results arriving within a few days.

How accurate is the rapid flu test?

The rapid flu test has been shown to have a higher percentage of false positives and false negatives than other types of flu testing, making it less accurate. If your flu test results are likely to be inaccurate or imprecise, your doctor may choose to perform a different type of flu test that requires lab analysis.

Where should I get a flu test?

A flu test is available in your doctor's office, as well as any pharmacy, drugstore, hospital, urgent care clinic , or other healthcare facility that offers it. The easiest way to find out where you can get a flu test is to use Solv's flu test directory. So you don't have to waste time looking for top-rated flu test providers in your neighborhood, Solv can supply you with a list of them.

How accurate are flu tests?

The rapid flu test is the most often used flu test, albeit it is not as accurate as other flu tests due to a high proportion of false positives and false negatives. If you're concerned about the accuracy of flu test results, request a non-rapid flu test from your doctor or flu test provider, which will be sent to a lab for analysis.

Can I do at-home flu testing?

Some manufacturers sell at-home flu tests with results that can be viewed on your smartphone, though you may need a doctor's prescription to utilize this service. There is also an at-home test that can establish whether you have COVID-19 or the flu, but you'll need a doctor's prescription and the findings must be sent to a lab. Inquire with your doctor about the accuracy and accessibility of at-home flu testing.

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Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care, Stratford

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

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1040 Barnum Ave, Stratford, CT 066141040 Barnum Ave

4.51(849 reviews)

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It was amazing! The staff are absolutely fantastic

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care, Clinton

Yale New Haven Health Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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21 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton, CT 0641321 Killingworth Turnpike

4.24(33 reviews)

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AFC Urgent Care, Bridgeport Main

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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4200 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 066064200 Main St

4.79(415 reviews)

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94% of patients recommend this clinic.

Staff is courteous and caring.

American Family Care, West Springfield

American Family Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 7:45 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 7:45 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 7:45 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 7:45 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 7:45 am - 8:00 pm
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18 Union St, West Springfield, MA 0108918 Union St

4.54(1.1k reviews)

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Overall good experience. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable.

AFC Urgent Care, Bridgeport

AFC Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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161 Boston Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610161 Boston Ave

4.56(604 reviews)

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Walked in after work and I didn't have to wait long at all.

DOCS Urgent Care, Bridgeport

DOCS Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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1677 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 066081677 E Main St

4.66(1.2k reviews)

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95% of patients recommend this clinic.

Was very attentive to my issue and was kind awesome

American Family Care, Danbury West

American Family Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
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100 Mill Plain Rd, Danbury, CT 06811100 Mill Plain Rd

4.59(653 reviews)

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Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Stone Bridge Crossing

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care

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2039 Highland Ave, Cheshire, CT 064102039 Highland Ave

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DOCS Urgent Care, New Haven

DOCS Urgent Care

Open until 6:00 pm

Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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926 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510926 Chapel St

4.3(23 reviews)

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It was a quick and easy process! Dr. Adam, Aisha and Ynnalizz were AMAZING!! they made me feel comfortable and made sure I was all set to go.

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Ellington

Hartford HealthCare- GoHealth Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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135 West Rd, Ellington, CT 06029135 West Rd

5.0(1 reviews)

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ConvenientMD, Agawam

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Open until 8:00 pm

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27 Suffield St, Agawam, MA 0100127 Suffield St

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 12:00 pm

Mon 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
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22 Pine St, Bristol, CT 0601022 Pine St

4.55(430 reviews)

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Quest Lab Testing for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Labcorp

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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525 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT 06010525 Farmington Ave

4.36(473 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

Labcorp, Plainville

Labcorp

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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5 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT 060625 Farmington Ave

4.4(514 reviews)

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I highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting tested. From start to finish the whole process was hassle free and and very professional. I had my results very quickly and discreetly couldn't be happier with the service.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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365 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489365 Queen St

4.22(478 reviews)

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I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.

Labcorp

Open until 11:00 am

Mon 7:00 am - 11:00 am
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838b Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06032838b Farmington Ave

4.17(544 reviews)

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Quest Diagnostics

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
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100 Grand St, New Britain, CT 06052100 Grand St

4.58(426 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

Quest Diagnostics

Open until 5:30 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
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Sat 7:30 am - 12:00 pm
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61 Hart St, New Britain, CT 0605261 Hart St

4.48(422 reviews)

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I thought it was extremely easy to book a lab test appointment with Quest. Getting the test done was simple and so was the getting the results! Great job putting together something so user friendly.

Labcorp at Walgreens

Open until 10:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

649 W Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702649 W Main St

4.4(545 reviews)

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I came in one day without an appoint and waited two hours as a walk-in before I had to leave without being tested. I made an appointment through Labcorp for the next day, showed up on time, got tested easily and was on my way in 15-20 minutes. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Labcorp at Walgreens, Berlin

Labcorp at Walgreens

Open until 4:00 pm

Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
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980 Farmington Ave, Berlin, CT 06037980 Farmington Ave

4.34(565 reviews)

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A great experience for something I had a lot of anxiety about. Had no wait time or issues at the testing center/lab. Had blood drawn at 3pm and had results by email at 9am the next morning.

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