Covid 19 Testing
Covid Testing
MedCove UC is proud to have been the first private Covid-19 testing center in the San Gabriel Valley. We provide fast and friendly Covid-19 testing 7 days a week. See our breakdown below for more details and if you have any further questions please give us a call at (626) 364-3245 to speak with a MedCove representative.
Molecular Test
Antigen Test
Antibody Test
Also known as…
Airline Covid Travel Test, molecular test, nucleic acid amplification test [NAAT], RT-PCR test, LAMP test
Rapid diagnostic test
Serorlogical test, serology, blood test, serology test
How the sample is taken…
Nasal Swab
Nasal Swab
Finger stick or blood draw
How long it takes to get results…
45 minutes at MedCove UC, Other testing centers take 2-3 days
15 minutes
30 minutes at MedCove UC, Other testing centers take 2-3 days
Is another test needed…
This test is typically highly accurate and usually does not need to be repeated
Positive results are usually highly accurate but negative results may need to be repeated if there was strong exposure
Sometimes a second antibody test is needed for accurate results
What it shows…
Diagnoses active coronavirus infection
Diagnoses active coronavirus infection
Shows if you’ve been infected by coronavirus in the past
What is the cost and is it covered by insurance?
$250 for travelers and for those who want quick results. If you can wait 2-3 days and your reason for testing is not related to travel, PPO insurance will cover this test
The price at MedCove Urgent Care is $100. While other centers may offer this test for a lower prive, be advised that not all tests are created equal, MedCove uses only FDA authorized tests of the highest hospital grade caliber
$100, Not covered by Insurance
Covid Testing
MedCove UC is proud to have been the first private Covid-19 testing center in the San Gabriel Valley. We provide fast and friendly Covid-19 testing 7 days a week. See our breakdown below for more details and if you have any further questions please give us a call at (626) 364-3245 to speak with a MedCove representative.
Molecular Test
Also known as…
Airline Covid Travel Test, molecular test, nucleic acid amplification test [NAAT], RT-PCR test, LAMP test
How the sample is taken…
Nasal Swab
How long it takes to get results…
45 minutes at MedCove UC, Other testing centers take 2-3 days
Is another test needed…
This test is typically highly accurate and usually does not need to be repeated
What it shows…
Diagnoses active coronavirus infection
What is the cost and is it covered by insurance?
$250 for travelers and for those who want quick results. If you can wait 2-3 days and your reason for testing is not related to travel, PPO insurance will cover this test
Antigen Test
Also known as…
Rapid diagnostic test
How the sample is taken…
Nasal Swab
How long it takes to get results…
15 minutes
Is another test needed…
Positive results are usually highly accurate but negative results may need to be repeated if there was strong exposure
What it shows…
Diagnoses active coronavirus infection
What is the cost and is it covered by insurance?
The price at MedCove Urgent Care is $100. While other centers may offer this test for a lower prive, be advised that not all tests are created equal, MedCove uses only FDA authorized tests of the highest hospital grade caliber
Antibody Test
Also known as…
Serorlogical test, serology, blood test, serology test
How the sample is taken…
Finger stick or blood draw
How long it takes to get results…
30 minutes at MedCove UC, Other testing centers take 2-3 days
Is another test needed…
Sometimes a second antibody test is needed for accurate results
What it shows…
Shows if you’ve been infected by coronavirus in the past
What is the cost and is it covered by insurance?
$100, Not covered by Insurance