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  • Why am I ineligible for testing? 
  • What can I expect from the testing process?
  • What is the difference between an antibody test and a PCR test?
  • How do I prepare for testing?
  • When would I get an antibody test vs. a PCR test?
  • If I’m having symptoms of COVID-19 or believe I’ve been exposed to it, what type of test should I get?
  • Can an antibody test be used instead of a PCR test to diagnose COVID-19?
  • Can an antibody test be used together with a PCR test?
  • Can a COVID-19 test tell me when I can visit someone who is at risk for severe symptoms of the virus?
  • What does “sensitivity” mean? What does “specificity” mean?
  • Based on the results of my antibody test, do I need to continue social distancing and/or wearing a mask? Can I visit someone who is at risk for severe symptoms of the virus?
  • Have COVID-19 tests been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?

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