Antibody testing available at hospital

GRAVETTE -- Curious if you might have covid-19 antibodies but unsure what antibodies are and how long they last? Covid-19 lgG antibody tests are now available at Ozarks Community Hospital of Gravette. Tests will be given Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

No appointment is necessary to get the antibody test. Results will be available within 24 to 48 hours. Persons must have been symptom-free for two weeks. If the person has received the covid-19 vaccine, results will show positive from the vaccine.

The test is performed as a blood draw. The cost is $110, due at the time of testing.

Persons wishing to receive the antibody test should enter through the front entrance at OCH and let the screener know they are there for lab testing.

Anyone having questions may call 479-344-6353 for more information.