How long does it take to get a strep test result?

The Rapid Strep Test is quick and straightforward. With a simple swab of the throat, you will receive your results in 6 minutes or less.

What happens if Strep Throat is not treated?

When strep throat is left untreated, it can result in various complications, including nephritis or rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever can lead to painful and swollen joints, an irritating rash, and even potential damage to the heart valves.

What is Strep Throat?

Strep throat is a frequently occurring bacterial infection that is caused by Group A Streptococcus. This infection is highly contagious and can lead to various uncomfortable symptoms such as throat pain, fever and swollen lymph nodes.

What are common symptoms of strep throat?

Typical symptoms of strep throat include:

• Sudden throat pain
• Difficulty in swallowing
• Fever
• Rash
• Swollen and reddened tonsils, sometimes with white patches or streaks of pus
• Small red spots on the area at the back of the roof of the mouth
• Swollen and tender lymph nodes in your neck
• Headache
• Nausea/vomiting, particularly in younger children
• Body aches

Who can get a Strep Throat infection?

Strep throat is most prevalent among children aged 5 to 15, although individuals of all ages can be affected. Those who spend a significant amount of time in crowded environments, such as schools, daycares and offices, are also at a higher risk of developing strep throat. If you suspect that you or your child may have strep throat, we urge you to visit AFC Urgent Care promptly for testing and treatment.

Why is it important to get a quick and accurate strep diagnosis?

If you suspect that you have strep throat, it is crucial to undergo testing and receive prompt treatment. The sooner you get tested, the faster you will recover and prevent spreading the infection to others. Taking antibiotics prescribed by your healthcare provider should lead to improved symptoms and a quick return to your regular routine. Do not delay seeking treatment and make sure to get tested as soon as possible.

What does Sensitivity and Specificity mean?

Sensitivity measures how often a test correctly identifies those who have a strep infection. A test with high sensitivity will not lead to many false-negative outcomes and will be able to detect almost everyone who has the disease.

Specificity measures how often a test correctly identifies those who don’t have a strep infection. A test with high specificity will correctly exclude individuals who don’t have the disease and will not generate many false-positive results.

Our strep testing is highly accurate when it comes to detecting group A strep, exhibiting 98.5% sensitivity and 93.4% specificity. These tests have been found to have an average of 1.5% false negatives and 6.6% false positives.