Amazingly, these two questions are almost as effective as lab tests. So before you head to the doctor, give yourself a quick strep test. For WebMD, I'm Dr. Arefa Cassoobhoy.

Medically reviewed by Jonathan B. Jassey, DO When kids get sick, pediatricians usually like to diagnose them with one single ...

they will order a strep test and take a sample of secretions from your throat. There are two options for strep tests. They ...