An Rapid Antigen Test has been developed in an effort to get people tested for COVID-19 quicker, & they are also (maybe) available to individuals to purchase, & do the test themselves. Results can be read, sort of like a pregnancy test, in about 15 minutes.
The person doing the test on themselves, uses a stick )I'm sorry I can't see the pictures so can't give an accurate description) & has to reach the end into the back of their throat, way back, & I heard, not touching any other part of the imouth either. They then swirl it in a liquid, & I'm not sure, perhaps dipping a special paper into it? Please someone help me, here? & wait.
It is not nearly as accurate as the proper test done at testing centres & pathology clinics,.
I hear it is getting very difficult to get hold of these tests. & they do cost some to get, not sure how much.
Some places, like some work places are using them to flag anyone who might then be asked to get a proper test.
I can't be sure what rules apply in any particular state. As we know, the rules seem to change quickly these days. Do check on your own state's .gov website.
I am sure you'll find heaps of info, yes, to wade through, grrr. but it's there. One thing to note, the websites may not get updated as quickly as we'd like, so when you hear something has changed, wait another day before finding out details.
Hope this is at least somewhat useful.
mmMekitty
