Convenient Coronavirus Testing Available Near Absecon, NJ

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, the accessibility of COVID-19 testing has become more and more important. People who are experiencing respiratory symptoms are naturally anxious to find out if they’ve contracted the virus. Others need coronavirus testing—sometimes more than once—to meet employment and travel requirements. At Cape Regional Urgent Care, we take pride in offering a variety of coronavirus testing services at our Marmora location, only a short drive from Absecon, New Jersey.

Our COVID-19 testing services are available every day of the week, including weekends. You can walk in to request testing, or make an appointment using our convenient online check-in service.

Types of Coronavirus Testing We Offer

We offer two types of nasal swab tests that are designed to detect an active COVID-19 infection. These are:

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Coronavirus Test

This test is appropriate for those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, which may include coughing and a fever. It’s also the type of coronavirus testing that’s often required for air travel and for entry into certain states and countries. PCR testing detects the genetic material associated with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and it has a high accuracy rate. Results are often available within a day or two, but they may take longer during periods of high demand.

Rapid Antigen COVID-19 Test

The primary advantage of this test is its short turnaround time. The rapid coronavirus test is designed to detect protein fragments associated with SARS-CoV-2, and results are typically available within minutes. However, the rapid antigen test is minimally less accurate than the PCR test.

Antibody Serum COVID-19 Test

This test is appropriate for people who want to find out if they had a coronavirus infection, with or without experiencing symptoms, and recovered. A positive result may indicate that the patient has some level of immunity to the disease. Unlike the PCR and rapid antigen test, this COVID-19 test is based on blood sampling.

For more information about the coronavirus testing services we provide to Jersey Shore residents and visitors, including those in the Absecon area, contact Cape Regional Urgent Care today. Or simply use our online check-in service to book your appointment at the Cape Regional Urgent Care location that’s most convenient for you.