At-Home Rapid PCR Covid Testing in
Traveling? The Rapid PCR test is your best option.
What can you expect from Rapid PCR Testing at Drip Hydration – Los Angeles
This test involves using a nasal swab to collect mucus and determines whether the COVID-19 virus is currently present. Our certified nurses come to your location to do rapid PCR covid testing in our Los Angeles serving area.
About Rapid PCR Testing:
- Method: Swab
- Collected by certified nurses
- Collected at your location (home, hotel, office)
- Accurate & fast results
When To Get A Rapid PCR Test
You should get a Rapid COVID PCR Tested if you:
- Think you may have COVID-19
- You were in contact with infected
- You are feeling symptoms(fever, dry cough, tiredness, loss of taste or smell, shortness of breath)
- Need results the same day for travel, sporting events, concerts, or events that need a PCR test for entry.
- Need a PCR test as a travel requirement
How the Rapid PCR Test is administered
Coverage Area in Los Angeles, CA for Rapid COVID-19 Testing
Hours: 8am-6pm, 7 days a week
Rapid PCR FAQ & Resources
COVID-19 Rapid Test FAQ’s
What is the purpose of the rapid covid test?
The nasal swab test is performed to detect a current active infection of SARS-C0V-2 (COVID-19).
Who administers the test?
One of our licensed clinicians will perform the rapid test and collect a sample for analysis.
Do you accept health insurance?
The test collection is not covered by insurance. However, the lab processing fee is covered by most healthcare providers. You can find the list of in-network healthcare providers here.
Are the tests FDA approved?
Our tests are approved under the FDA Emergency Use Authorization program.
Resources & Studies
How accurate are rapid tests for diagnosing COVID-19?
Research about the accuracy of the rapid test published at cochrane.org
Comparison of the performance of the rapid PCR & standard PCR test in different respiratory specimens
Research comparing the performance of rapid & standard PCR test published at pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Requirement for Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test or All Air Passengers Arriving in the US by CDC
You will need to get tested no more than 3 days before you travel by air into the US - Rapid PCRs are deemed as valid.