Omaha COVID-19 Antigen Testing
TotalWellness is utilizing QUIDEL products, including the Sofia 2 SARS Antigen FIA and QuickVue SARS Antigen test for our COVID-19 testing services. These are rapid point-of-care tests for the detection of COVID-19. These diagnostic tests quickly detect fragments of proteins found on or within the virus by testing samples collected from the nasal cavity using swabs. The same approach is used in rapid tests for flu, strep throat and other infections that are run at the doctor’s office. Both tests have received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the COVID-19 diagnosis. Antigen tests are very specific for the virus, but are not as sensitive as molecular PCR tests. The Sofia 2 SARS Antigen FIA test has 96.7% sensitivity and 100% specificity. The QuickVue SARS Antigen Test has 96.6% sensitivity and 99.3% specificity. The antigen test provided will depend on supply availability. The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulate laboratory testing. TotalWellness operates with a CLIA Certificate of Waiver.
Each test takes approximately five minutes. The sample is collected with a nasal swab, which is inserted one inch into the nose. Results are sent via text and email within 30-60 minutes. We use the contact info provided on your consent form to send results, so please double-check your email, phone number, zip code and date of birth are correct on your consent form.
When you arrive, please look for the green signs and park in one of our designated COVID-19 Testing parking spots. Please wear a mask while waiting for appointment. We ask all patients complete the consent form online, print and bring with to your appointment. If you don’t have access to printer, we will have copies of the consent form available at the time of appointment. Patients will remain in vehicle for test.
Out of pocket cost: $100
We take cash payment at the time of appointment or you can pay online via credit card.
We also accept insurance, but you need to submit information online before arriving for your appointment. There is no extra admin fee or appointment fee if we bill insurance. As of August 16, 2022 TotalWellness no longer accepts Tricare, Triwest, or VA Insurance.
Appointment is required. To make an appointment, select one of these options below based on how you will be paying for your test:
- These tests have not been FDA cleared or approved;
- These tests have been authorized by FDA under an EUA for use by authorized laboratories;
- These tests have been authorized only for the detection of proteins from SARS-CoV-2, not for any other viruses or pathogens; and,
- These tests are only authorized for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of in vitro diagnostics for detection and/or diagnosis of the virus that causes COVID-19 under Section 564(b)(1) of the Act, 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the authorization is terminated or revoked sooner.
