COVID-19 Testing Information

Antibody blood/serology test ($): available at Student Health Services; pricing outlined below

Curative nasal swab/PCR: funded by Texas A&M University System

SHS nasal swab/PCR ($): available at Student Health Services; pricing outlined below

SHS COVID tests: There is a charge associated with SHS testing, yet insurance may reimburse fully or partially for the cost of the test. Any remaining balances not covered by insurance or for uninsured patients will be paid for by Texas A&M University funding. Please contact Patient Services at (979) 458-8310 for more information.

Student Testing Prices

• COVID Antibody: $100 (effective 03/15/2020)
• COVID Spike Antibody: $75 (effective 10/20/2021)
• COVID – PCR: $112 (effective 09/01/2021)
• COVID – PCR / Influenza A&B: $100 (effective 09/01/2021)

Faculty/Staff Testing Prices

• COVID Antibody: $120 (effective 03/15/2020)
• COVID Spike Antibody: $100 (effective 10/20/2021)
• COVID – PCR: $150 (effective 09/01/2021)
• COVID – PCR / Influenza A&B: $120 (effective 09/01/2021)

COVID tests are available for symptomatic and asymptomatic patients. Please note that symptoms may be due to influenza or other respiratory illnesses. If you are experiencing symptoms, it is recommended that you consider making an appointment with an SHS medical provider.

If you have a positive close contact or are experiencing symptoms, please follow Texas A&M University guidelines.

Antibody blood/serology test:

1. Schedule your COVID test through our Patient Portal.
2. When you arrive for your test, you will be directed to the SHS Lab. Wait times will vary.
3. During your appointment, you will receive a blood draw from an SHS phlebotomist. Collection typically takes less than 5 minutes.
4. Results will be communicated through the SHS Patient Portal.

Curative nasal swab/PCR:

1. Register online to get a testing time window.
2. Check in at the testing site during your testing window. A number of physical controls have been implemented to ensure your safety.
3. You will be guided by staff regarding how to properly self-collect your sample. The entire collection process typically takes less than 5 minutes.
4. Results will be sent to your email.

SHS nasal swab/PCR:

1. Schedule your COVID test through our Patient Portal.
2. When you arrive for your test, you will be directed to the SHS Lab. Wait times will vary.
3. During your appointment, you will be guided by staff regarding how to properly self-collect your anterior nasal swab sample. This involves inserting a small swab less than an inch into each nostril. The entire collection process typically takes less than 5 minutes.
4. Results will be communicated through the SHS Patient Portal.

Results can take 36-48 hours during the week, but there may be a delay on tests done late in the day on Fridays.

• Antibody blood/serology test and SHS nasal swab test results: Results will be sent to you from an SHS medical provider via secure message on the SHS Patient Portal.
• Curative nasal swab test results: Results are sent to the email you provided during registration, and will be sent from Curative, Inc.

If you believe that you may have the virus or have been exposed to the virus, follow Texas A&M University guidance.

It is recommended that you continue to wear a mask, stay at least 6 feet from others, wash your hands, avoid crowds, and take other steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19. If you are unvaccinated, consider receiving the vaccine. Currently enrolled students, faculty and staff can receive the COVID-19 vaccine at SHS. Schedule an appointment here: tx.ag/covidvaccine.

If you get tested and receive a positive test result:

• You will be contacted by phone, email, or secure message.
• Seek emergency medical care immediately if you show any of these signs: trouble breathing, persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion, inability to wake or stay awake, bluish lips or face.
• For now, stay in isolation in your residence and away from other people. Follow Texas A&M guidance for home isolation.

If you tested negative (test must occur day 5 or later after exposure), and are showing no symptoms, please note the following:

• SARS-CoV-2 was not detected in your specimen. You should not immediately act as though you are free of COVID-19 or other infectious conditions.
• Follow CDC guidelines.
• Continue to watch for symptoms until 14 days after exposure.
• If you begin developing symptoms, immediately self-isolate. Consider scheduling an appointment with an SHS medical provider to discuss next steps.
• It is recommended that you continue to wear a mask, stay at least 6 feet from others, wash your hands, avoid crowds, and take other steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19.