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‘It’s been overwhelming’: How you can sign up for rapid COVID-19 testing in Southwest Virginia
Read full article: ‘It’s been overwhelming’: How you can sign up for rapid COVID-19 testing in Southwest VirginiaWhile many health departments continue to host drive-thru testing events, more local clinics are ramping up rapid testing. “The rapid test kind of gives you that immediate result," explained family nurse practitioner Maureen Milauskas. AFC Urgent Care uses the “Sofia” test, while ARCPoint Labs utilize the “BD Veritor.”With convenience comes a level of uncertainty. AFC Urgent Care estimates 85% accuracy with the rapid test. AFC Urgent Care estimates rapid testing to cost around $50 and lab tests $150.