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Is it COVID-19, flu, or RSV?

COVID-19, flu and RSV have many similar symptoms and often appear during the same time each year (late fall through winter). They’re all contagious and can be easily spread through contact, including coughing and sneezing. However, each illness responds to different treatments, so it’s important to identify what you’re experiencing through lab testing.

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 is the name for the respiratory syndrome caused by infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

How long am I contagious if I have COVID-19?

For up-to-date guidance and COVID-19 information, please visit the CDC website. About Quest COVID-19 testing options

Why should I get tested for COVID-19?

If you suspect you have COVID-19 or were recently in contact with someone who had it, a swab test can tell you whether you have a current infection. Knowing if you currently have COVID-19 gives you the information you need to self-isolate and protect everyone around you.

Is there a lab test for COVID-19?

Yes, and Quest labs are leaders in processing the complex COVID-19 testing. For diagnosis of a current COVID-19 infection, while at your doctor's office, ask your doctor or healthcare provider to collect a sample and send it to Quest for testing. Current COVID-19 infections may also be detected with a rapid antigen test. Results are typically ready in just 15 to 30 minutes.