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Hi there, my son has a snotty nose and my boss has asked me to take a covid test before i come back to work on monday. can you help?

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Dr. Anshul Gandhi answered

COVID-19 Screening: You will need to see a physician virtually or in person to get screened and determine the need and timing of COVID-19 testing.

Answered 7/26/2020

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A member asked:

Hi there, my son has a snotty nose and my boss has asked me to take a covid test before i come back to work on monday. can you help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anshul Gandhi answered

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