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COVID-19 testing helps to limit the spread of the coronavirus while also facilitating early diagnosis and rapid treatment.
All students and employees should self-report COVID-19 positive test results if tested off-campus.
What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19?
CDC recommends that you get tested for COVID-19 if you:
CDC defines close contacts as individuals who have been within six feet of an active case of COVID-19 for a cumulative total of 15 minutes or more within a 24-hour period.
CDC’s Coronavirus Self-Checker helps you check your symptoms online and, based on your answers, provides recommended actions and resources.
PCR (molecular) and antigen (rapid) tests, also called viral tests, are both used to diagnose whether someone is currently infected with COVID-19. According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS):
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All students, faculty and staff should self-report illness/exposure and isolation orders, as well COVID-19 positive test results if tested off-campus.
Students and employees should also submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, including proof of a booster or additional dose. These records will be critical in making decisions regarding quarantine — learn more about Isolation and Exposure. The information you report will remain confidential.
Regardless of vaccination status, students and employees should self-report:
If you have reported positive test results, the university’s COVID-19 response team will be in touch as soon as possible. If you get tested on-campus, you DO NOT need to submit your results as these are automatically provided to the university.
In addition, if you have a concern about a student, you can report that concern to the Dean of Students.