COVID-19 Test in Goddard, KS

The RT-PCR COVID Test is a real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT -PCR) test. A healthcare professional collects a fluid sample by inserting a long nasal swab (nasopharyngeal swab) into the nostril and taking fluid from the back of the nose. A sample may be collected by using a shorter nasal swab (mid-turbinate swab) or a very short swab (anterior nares swab). Results in as little as 30 minutes.