I tested positive on a rapid antigen test, do I need to get a PCR test?
If you get a positive result on a rapid antigen test, you do not need to book a PCR test to confirm your results. A positive result with a rapid antigen test is a good indication that you have COVID-19 and does not need to be reported to a public health unit. If you test negative and have developed COVID-19 symptoms, stay home and self-isolate until all of the following apply:
- your symptoms have been improving for at least 24 hours (or 48 hours if you had nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea)
- you do not have a fever
- you have not developed additional symptoms
If you have additional questions about testing and isolation, you can contact:
- Public Health Sudbury & Districts at 705.522.9200 (toll-free 1.866.522.9200), Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Provincial Testing and Isolation Information Line at 1.888.777.0730, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.