Rapid antigen tests
This is an Easy Read fact sheet about taking a COVID-19 rapid antigen test.
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Rapid antigen tests
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A rapid antigen test is a fast way to check if you have COVID-19.
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You can do a rapid antigen test at home.
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You can buy rapid antigen tests at:
- pharmacies
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- supermarkets.
When should you do a rapid antigen test?
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You can do a rapid antigen test if you have any COVID-19 symptoms.
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A symptom is a sign that you might be sick.
You might:
- see symptoms
- feel symptoms.
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We have Easy Read information about COVID-19 symptoms on our website.
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You should also do a rapid antigen test if:
- someone you live with has COVID-19
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- you spent a lot of time with someone who has COVID-19.
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You can also do a rapid antigen test if you’re going somewhere:
- with lots of people
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- where people might be at high risk of catching COVID-19.
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Each rapid antigen test comes with instructions about how to do the test.
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A family member or carer can help you:
- read the information
- do the test.
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You will get your rapid antigen test result in about 15 minutes.
What if your test says you have COVID-19?
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If your rapid antigen test says you have COVID-19, tell your doctor.
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Your doctor can help you get medicine if you need it.
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A family member or carer can help you tell us you have COVID-19.
About PCR tests
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A PCR (nose and throat swab) test is a way to check if you have COVID-19.
You need a form from your doctor to get a PCR test.
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To get a PCR test, you will need to take your form to a clinic to get tested there.
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A health care worker does the test for you.
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You should contact your doctor for advice if you are at high risk of catching COVID-19.
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They might ask you to get a PCR test.
If they do, they will give you a form.
You will need to take this form to a clinic to get tested there.
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We have Easy Read information about PCR tests on our website.
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The Disability Gateway has Easy Read information about getting a COVID-19 test.
Contact us
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You can call the Service NSW COVID-19 Helpline.
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You can go to our website.
