Learn more about COVID-19 Test & Certification for Kids

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of testing do you offer?

We offer PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction), Antigen & Antibody tests

Do you take walk-ins?

Yes, but if you have symptoms you can inform us and we will take the sample outside the clinic(from your vehicle)

Who is eligible to be tested?

Those who have one or more COVID-19 symptoms may be tested for COVID-19.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

• Fever and/or Chills
• Cough
• Shortness of Breath
• Difficulty Breathing
• Fatigue
• Muscle or Body Aches
• Headache
• Loss of Taste and/or Smell
• Sore Throat
• Congestion or Runny Nose
• Nausea and/or Vomiting
• Diarrhea

How is COVID-19 spread?

COVID-19 is spread person-to-person when infected individuals cough, sneeze, sing or even talk, sending contagious respiratory droplets airborne. These droplets can then land on or be inhaled by others who are nearby (within 6 feet). These droplets may also contaminate solid surfaces within the room and can get into your body if you touch the surface and then touch your mouth, nose, or eyes. With this virus, it seems that individuals can become infected even when the contagious person is not displaying any symptoms. The most common symptoms are similar to those of the flu: cough, fever, fatigue, and shortness of breath.

What is the delta variant?

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, has mutated (changed), resulting in different variants. One of these is called the delta variant. Delta is regarded as one of the most contagious forms of the coronavirus so far, and currently accounts for the majority of COVID-19 cases in the U.S.

Traveling internationally if you are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is not recommended, because it puts you at risk for infection with the delta variant. This includes unvaccinated children.

Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can protect you from the delta variant. All three FDA-authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines can protect you from the most severe effects of the delta variant. While COVID-19 vaccines are not perfect, and fully vaccinated people can still catch and transmit the virus, they are highly effective against serious coronavirus disease and greatly decrease the likelihood of hospitalization and death from COVID-19.

Are COVID vaccines safe?

All of the COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States are safe. Millions of people in the United States have received these vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in U.S. history. We recommend that you get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible.

If I have already had COVID-19 and recovered, do I still need to get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Yes. Having COVID-19 in the past does not give you lasting immunity. The COVID-19 vaccines can give you long-lasting immunity and also protect you against other COVID-19 variants.

Will my child experience side effects from the COVID vaccine?

Many people do not have any side effects after getting the vaccine.
Some common side effects include:

• Pain, redness and swelling on the arm where you got the shot
• Tiredness
• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Chills
• Fever
• Nausea