Same Day RT-PCR, Rapid Antigen COVID-19 & Flu Testing in UCSF

The RT-PCR test is processed at a high-complexity laboratory and is generally much more accurate than the Antigen test. The RT-PCR test recognizes the virus DNA itself, whereas the Antigen test recognizes the protein made by the virus. As such, the RT-PCR test is able to recognize the virus at a much earlier stage after exposure, whereas the Rapid Antigen test detects the presence of the virus at a later stage.

For patients that don’t have any symptoms and were exposed, we generally recommend the RT-PCR test.

We provide the RT-PCR test, which is the most accurate test and is accepted by most travel destinations.

We also provide Rapid Antigen tests, which provide speedy results but are less accurate than the RT-PCR tests. 

You can get tested at any of our locations. You can find a list of our locations at premiumhealth.us/locations

• Walkin and scheduled testing available. 
• Automated secure electronic results sent directly for your convenience.
• All testing done through CLIA-certified, high-complexity laboratory specialized in molecular diagnostics and infectious diseases.
• Easy intake process. 
• Covid screening by licensed medical professionals available.

Test results are sent via email and/or text message automatically as soon as the results are out. Patients elect the method of notification during the intake process.