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Should i get tested for covid if i have no symptoms or if i was not around anyone i know of that has it?

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Things to consider: Would you be more at risk of exposure among those being tested? At your age the risk of the disease approaches zero. The people most in need of testing have symptoms/are over 50/have pain with breathing. The value of testing is also a local issue, where local officials may push the issue. However, tests are not always 100% accurate.

Answered 11/17/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

COVID 19 testing: I don't know the situation in PA. If testing is offered for non-symptomatic individuals with no history of COVID 19 contacts - that might be being done for epidemiological studies. That would be up to you if you elect to be tested.

Answered 11/17/2020

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