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The testing method will be based on supply. We will accommodate test preference as long as we have the supplies. These tests have received an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the FDA to diagnose COVID-19 infections.
COVID-19 RAPID TEST COST
Submit your insurance info online before your appointment. After your COVID-19 test(s), you may receive an Explanation of Benefits letter (EOB) from your insurance company – this does NOT mean you owe a balance to GS Labs for your COVID-19 test(s). Your insurance company’s payment will be treated as payment in full by GS Labs, based on current regulations under the CARES Act and FFCRA. You are not responsible for paying any outstanding balance. If you provided us with insurance information when you registered for your appointment, you won’t pay anything out-of-pocket.
COVID-19 RAPID ANTIGEN TEST
COVID-19 PCR TEST
COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test:
The COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test is used to detect an active infection of SARS-CoV-2. This test is administered with a nasal swab, and GS Labs uses the Indicaid Rapid Antigen COVID-19 test, which allows results to come back in as little as 20 minutes (wait times may vary depending on volume). Most insurance providers fully cover this test.
COVID-19 Lab PCR test:
The COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test detects an active infection of SARS-CoV-2. The PCR test is administered with a nasal swab. This test can detect the virus within days of infection, even in those who have no symptoms, because it detects the virus’s RNA (or genetic material). The PCR technology is the most accurate method of testing for COVID-19. GS Labs offers this test while supplies are available, and results of the PCR test come back in 3–5 days (due to shipping requirements, the first day after the test is administered is considered day one). Most insurance providers fully cover this test.
COVID-19 Rapid PCR Test (NAAT-PCR):
The COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test is a type of nucleic acid amplification (NAAT) test used to detect an active infection of SARS-CoV-2. This test can detect the virus within days of infection, even in those who have no symptoms, because it detects the virus’s RNA (or genetic material). GS Labs uses the Accula SARS-CoV-2 test that uses proprietary Oscar™ PCR technology to shorten thermocycling times to provide results in as little as 30 minutes. This test’s limit of detection (LoD) is among the lowest measures for the FDA SARS-CoV-2 reference panel and is offered by GS Labs while supplies are available. The Rapid PCR test is administered with a nasal swab. This test is not covered by insurance and is charged as an out-of-pocket expense of $299.00. Please note that only select GS Labs locations offer Rapid PCR tests.
COVID-19 Rapid LAMP Test (NAAT-LAMP) :
The COVID-19 Rapid Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) test is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT). This test is very similar to a PCR, differing only in the lack of temperature fluctuations in the testing process. The COVID-19 Rapid LAMP test is used to detect an active infection of SARS-CoV-2, even in those with no symptoms, because it detects the virus’s RNA (or genetic material). GS Labs uses the Lucira All-in-One SARS-CoV-2 test, administered with a nasal swab, and can provide results in as little as 30 minutes. The limit of detection (LoD) is among the lowest measured for the FDA SARS-CoV-2 reference panel. This test is not covered by insurance and is charged as an out-of-pocket expense of $299.00.
COVID-19 Rapid Antigen & Flu A/B Test:
GS Labs offers one test to detect two contagious respiratory illnesses, COVID-19 and influenza. The COVID-19 Rapid Antigen & Flu A/B test detects COVID-19, influenza A, and influenza B. This test is administered with a nasal swab and can provide results in as little as 20 minutes (wait times may vary depending on volume). This test is not covered by insurance and is charged as an out-of-pocket expense of $199.00.
Yes, all GS Labs testing sites offer COVID-19 Rapid Antigen testing. Each of our sites also offer Rapid PCR or Rapid LAMP testing.
We can test patients as young as one year old. A parent or legal guardian must complete this registration for all minor patients (Nebraska: a minor is anyone under age 19). A parent or legal guardian must accompany patients 15 years of age or younger.
COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Test → In as little as 20 minutes.
COVID-19 Lab PCR Test → 3–5 days. Due to shipping requirements, the first day after the test is administered is considered day one.
COVID-19 Rapid PCR Test (NAAT-PCR) → In as little as 30 minutes.
COVID-19 Rapid LAMP Test (NAAT-LAMP) → In as little as 30 minutes.
COVID-19 Rapid Antigen & Flu A/B Test → In as little as 20 minutes.
We are happy to hear you received your rapid antigen results so quickly!
As stated in our consent form, we only process your confirmatory PCR sample if 1.) You chose to have a PCR sample collected on-site AND 2.) Your Rapid Antigen test result is negative.
If you received a positive antigen test, your confirmatory PCR will NOT be processed. Our Rapid Antigen test has a ~12% chance of a false negative, which is a common average among COVID-19 antigen tests. The chances of a false positive result are less than 1%. False positives are next to nonexistent in patients that have COVID-19 symptoms or suspected exposure to a COVID-19–positive individual.
Yes, we offer a financial hardship discount on select tests. Rapid Antigen – $179 (50% off with the financial hardship discount). Lab PCR – $229 (50% off with the financial hardship discount).
Full Price Only (No Discounts) – Rapid PCR/LAMP (NAAT) – $299. Rapid Antigen & Flu A/B – $199.
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GS Labs has provided COVID-19 testing in multiple communities around the US. We rapidly expanded our testing facilities to meet the growing needs of cities through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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