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A member asked:
When should i test for covid 19. i cant smell or taste?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Yes. Loss of taste and smell can be from other viruses and allergies , but yes you should be tested and keep isolated from other people
Answered 7/21/2020
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COVID 19: This symptom may or may not be a COVID 19 symptom. The incubation period is usually 2 to 14 days (but can be as quick as one day). The median time if 5 days. You have more chance of having an accurate test result if you have symptoms or you wait at least a few days after COVID 19 contact.
Answered 7/31/2020
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