I was in contact with a positive covid case must i go be tested?

That is up to you: If you were having symptoms of Covid and go ahead to get tested but also get tested for Covid and if you have not had a vaccine and also get the flu vaccine

COVID 19: In South Africa, you usually need to have symptoms to get testing approved. In South Africa- one consults with a medical provider who will determine need for COVID 19 testing. Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine for individual consultations.

See below: Covid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Please contact your doctor by phone for further evaluation and mechanism for testing in your area. Wear a mask, stay away from others, practice hand hygiene. Be sure to get tested, if you get symptoms. If you develop breathing difficulty, go to the nearest hospital, immediately. Wish you good health.

Depends: Depends on the laws and regulations in your different geographic location. Important that you contact your personal physician and report your contact and any and all symptoms. Your physician can the direct you according to the governing laws in your area.