There are a number of reasons to get tested for COVID-19:
- If you have common COVID-19 symptomsIf you want to determine whether you have a cold, the flu, or COVID-19
- If you have recently come into contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19
- If you have recently returned from a trip
- If you are planning a trip
- If it is a job or school requirement
Details of COVID-19 testing can be found here: https://aplusfamilyuc.com/covid-19-testing/
Possible Symptoms of COVID-19
Not everyone with COVID-19 will display obvious symptoms. In fact, some patient who are found to be COVID-19 positive have had no symptoms at all. However, COVID-19 may appear with symptoms such as:
- Cough
- Tiredness
- Aches and pains
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Loss of taste or smell
- High temperature
Regardless of the diagnosis, anyone with urgent symptoms like difficulty breathing, chest pain or shortness of breath should always seek urgent medical attention immediately.