AMS is now offering RT-PCR testing for SARS-CoV2
To support the need for accurate COVID-19 testing for our Clients, AMS is now offering COVID-19 RT-PCR testing through its affiliate, Your Health Lab. With flexible specimen collection options, simple test ordering, clear results, fast turnaround times, and reasonable testing costs, we’re here to help you identify employees that might have been infected with the virus throughout this pandemic.
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Gold-standard PCR testing
RT-PCR assay for SARS-CoV2 detects the viral genetic material (viral RNA) that is present in the body.
Determines whether the patient has an active COVID-19 infection, potentially before symptoms of the disease are present. More than 30,000 tests performed to date by our CLIA-licensed and CAP-certified laboratory under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the FDA. |
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Flexible specimen collectionNasal, nasopharyngeal, and oropharyngeal swab specimens accepted; stable for 3 days at room temperature.
24 – 48-hour turnaround time; to date, 97% of specimens reported within 24 hours of receipt. |
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Reasonable testing costAll testing is healthcare provider directed and requires a provider signature on the test requisition form.
Cost of test collection and doctor signed requisition is $70 – Lab will bill insurance for the cost of the test or the State will pay if the employee has no Insurance. |