COVID-19 Testing Options in Toms River, NJ

At AFC Urgent Care Toms River, we strive to create the most affordable and accessible high-quality urgent care for our patients. That is why we are equipped to provide a variety of COVID-19 testing options for our patients.

Simply book online to get started with COVID-19 PCR testing, Rapid COVID-19 Testing, and COVID-19 antibody test at our walk-in clinic and urgent care center. If you have any questions, please contact our team or read our helpful guide below on testing options:

Eligible Patients for COVID-19 Testing

All patients at our urgent care center in Toms River are eligible for COVID-19 testing. Standard PCR testing is free for most patients while antibody and rapid COVID-19 testing may require an out-of-pocket cost for uninsured patients.

We highly recommend that you review your COVID testing coverage with your insurance provider before coming in or ask our team before you book your test.

Rapid COVID-19 Testing

A rapid COVID-19 test is the fastest way to check if you have recently been infected with COVID-19. A rapid test provides results on the same day as your visit within 30 mins of being seen by our urgent care staff. Patients can book online to get started.

Rapid COVID-19 testing is the most requested type of testing due to the speed of results during a patient’s visit.

COVID-19 PCR Testing

COVID-19 PCR testing, or “Standard COVID PCR Testing,” is the most accurate type of COVID-19 test available to patients and is usually $0 to most patients. A standard test may return testing results back to the patient in 24-48 hours depending on the volume of tests being processed at our lab. A COVID-19 PCR test is a highly requested option for patients that need to plan their testing needs in advance for travel, work, or other important priorities.

COVID-19 Antibody Testing:

A COVID-19 Antibody test is a test to determine if a patient that has recently been infected by the COVID-19 virus has developed any immunity to the virus, in the form of antibodies. When the immune system produces antibodies, it means that their body now understands how to fight off previous viruses and infections. Patients that have antibodies to the COVID-19 virus are less likely to get infected or have serious symptoms.

Patients that had a previous confirmed case of the COVID-19 virus may want to get an antibody test to see if they have partial immunity to the virus.

Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Testing:

What is the difference between rapid COVID tests and COVID PCR tests?

A: A COVID-19 PCR test is slower and usually free for patients whereas a rapid COVID-19 test provides same-day COVID test results and may have an out-of-pocket cost. Standard PCR test is more accurate and cost-friendly than a rapid COVID test, which means that a patient should carefully evaluate the type of test that works best for them.

What is a COVID-19 test vs. a COVID-19 antibody test?

A: COVID-19 test, standard or rapid, determines an active COVID-19 infection in the patient. Conversely, a COVID-19 antibody test determines if a previously infected patient has developed immunity to the virus. For patients that have been exposed and don’t know if they have the virus, they should consider a COVID-19 test. Patients with a previous confirmed infection should consider the antibody test.

Where can I get a COVID-19 test or antibody test near Toms River, NJ?

A: Patients that need a COVID-19 near Toms River, Lakehurst, Seaside Heights, NJ or other neighboring communities should visit AFC Urgent Care Toms River to get a COVID PCR Test, same-day Rapid COVID Test, or a COVID-19 Antibody Test.