How accurate are rapid covid tests reddit Is it safe to assume that it's accurate? I have been rapid testing all week (for work, had an exposure) and it’s winter so my nose is dry and I’m getting some blood mixed in with mucus. Some companies rapid test every employee every few days or even every day. Should I test a 3rd time later today? I might have another brand test here I can try. tl;dr: rapid tests are kind of shit when it comes to negative results, do not trust a negative, but always trust a positive. If there is no line, or a line on the T only, the test is faulty, you should throw it away, and try again. A safe space for people who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Flu, RSV, Metapneumo, etc People stay home when sick. Does anyone know if this messes with test results? Would also be curious if anyone knows this for the PCR since I may need one of those as well, and it’s likely to happen there, too. Doubtful of the accuracy of the initial positive result, I visited urgent care, where they conducted rapid tests with minimal swabbing. "This means that positive results from antigen tests are highly accurate, but there is a higher chance of false negatives, so negative results do not rule out infection. mpgpweswftoqaxosybshatxxqqlmehcijxbwlmkkxobvszqafnvupivvszdbxbsaavotnzxyvhjina