After the incubation period and following the start of symptoms, the infectious COVID-19 virus can be discovered in a COVID-19 patient. Promoting early diagnosis, early reporting, early quarantine, and early treatment of the disease—which can help save lives—is the most important task for COVID-19 prevention and control.
Wondfo responded quickly to COVID-19 and has successfully created three different COVID-19 test kits, including RT-PCR, antigen, and antibody tests, that aid in the global fight against the virus.
Is a flu test necessary, and why?
If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, your doctor can advise you on whether a flu test is necessary.
-Fever
-Chills
-Muscle or body aches
-Fatigue
-Headache
-Runny or stuffy nose
-Sore throat
-Cough
You might not require a flu test even if you have flu symptoms. For example, your healthcare provider might be able to diagnose you without a test if the flu is common in your area.
What transpires throughout a flu test?
A fluid sample from your nose or throat is required for a flu test. Two methods exist for gathering a sample for testing:
A swab test. Your healthcare professional will collect a sample from your nose or throat using a specialized swab.
Aspirate or wash your nose. Your healthcare professional will gently suction out a saline solution (salt water) inserted into your nose.
For testing the flu, there are also at-home options. It’s crucial to adhere to all instructions in your test kit. At-home tests come in two varieties:
Rapid flu tests can be completed entirely at home. You typically swab your nose to collect the sample before performing the test. Results are available in less than 15 minutes.
For self-collection tests, a kit is provided to collect a fluid sample that will be sent to a lab for analysis. The sample is typically saliva or a nasal swab. Though the findings may only be available for a few days, these tests are typically more reliable than the quick tests you may perform at home.
Some at-home testing checks for COVID-19 and the flu. Your doctor can advise you on the most appropriate test for your circumstances if you’re considering performing a home flu test.