Fears about contracting the virus, spreading the virus and COVID-19 testing are prevalent. Some misinformation has been circulating regarding what to expect when a COVID-19 test is performed. The most common COVID-19 test is nasopharyngeal — a swab in a nostril toward the back of the throat. (Each person's anatomy is a little different and the length required differs from person to person.) LineupsAnother reason why people worry about testing is concern related to long lineups and wait times prior to getting tested.

Source: CBC News October 25, 2020 10:52 UTC