COVID-19 Sampling and Testing Information
Testing Options
SCHD offers two sampling options:
- Nasal Cavity Swab (swab of both nasal cavities)
- Oral Swab (swab of back of throat)
Our in-house lab provides NAAT molecular testing:
- SCHD tests are not antigen or antibody tests.
- SCHD tests are transcription-mediated amplification (TMA) molecular diagnostic tests.
- If you require an antibody test or PCR test for travel or to leave quarantine, contact a health provider or find a different testing location.
Getting Your Results
Results are generally available by the afternoon of the next weekday.
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If your sample was is taken on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, your results will be available online on the following weekday afternoon (excluding County holidays).
- If your sample is taken on on a Saturday or Sunday, your results will be available online on Monday.