Now, you’d likely use an at-home test, which spits out results in just 15 minutes. It’s easier, faster, and reliable, even against the latest variants. Though they’re not perfect, at-home tests will ...

Ducharme is a contributor to TIME. Ducharme is a contributor to TIME. These days, many people use at-home COVID-19 tests when they feel ill, rather than going out to get tested by a professional.