Discover COVID-19 Testing Options Near You

If you’re feeling sick or were recently exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, it is important to get tested right away. Whether or not you are vaccinated, the CDC recommends taking a test at the onset of any symptoms of COVID-19 or on or after day 5 of exposure to someone who has tested positive for the coronavirus.

Types of Coronavirus Tests

Currently, there are two types of tests that can detect COVID-19. One is a viral test which is useful when detecting current infections. These tests can tell you if you are positive for COVID-19 at the time that you took the test. The second is an antibody test which detects antibodies of SARS-CoV-2 in your blood. Antibody tests can detect past infection and are not recommended to diagnosis a current infection of COVID-19.

You Should Get Tested If…

To slow the transmission of COVID-19 throughout your community, it is important to get tested when experiencing the following circumstances.

If you are fully vaccinated, you should get tested if…

➔ You experience symptoms of COVID-19 (i.e. Fever over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, chills, cough, difficulty breathing, fatigue or soreness, loss of smell or taste, sore throat, headache, runny or stuffy nose or diarrhea/vomiting)
➔ You had contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 (Get tested 5-7 days after your exposure)
➔ You are required to be tested by your school, workplace, healthcare provider or health department

    If you are not fully vaccinated, you should get tested if...

    ➔ You experience symptoms of COVID-19 (i.e. Fever over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit, chills, cough, difficulty breathing, fatigue or soreness, loss of smell or taste, sore throat, headache, runny or stuffy nose or diarrhea/vomiting)
    ➔ You had contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 10 days, even if they didn’t experience symptoms
    ➔ You are required to be tested by your school, workplace, healthcare provider or health department 

      Although not required, it is best to think about getting tested before or after participating in activities that put you at high-risk of contracting the coronavirus. This includes large gatherings in or outdoors or if you were recently in a community with a high COVID-19 case rate.

      If you are travelling, you should be sure to read the proper guidelines of the destination as well as your home state for when you return. It is recommended that if you leave your state, you should get tested 3-5 days after you return home regardless of your vaccination status. If you are travelling internationally and planning on returning to the United States, you must get tested within 24 hours of your flight. For more detailed information, please read further here.

       

      Testing Options

      Your healthcare provider

      If you have health insurance, call your doctor or healthcare provider to ask about testing options. If you have been exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms, they will likely be able to test you. 

      Helpful Links;
      Doctors and Medical Facilities

      Community testing locations

      Every community has testing sites that take appointments or walk-ins. Some places offer free testing if you do not have insurance. You can typically find testing locations on your city’s website or by calling your city hall.

      Helpful Links;
      Community-Based Testing Sites for COVID-19

      At-home testing  

      The easiest way to get tested is by staying in your house and using a self-rapid test. These tests are new technology and you don't need to insert the swab all the way into the nostrils. They are pretty fast, 95% accurate and very convenient. There is no discomfort and they give accurate results in less than 15 minutes. They don't require a prescription so you can just buy them online but it is important to carefully select an FDA authorized at-home COVID-19 test.

      Helpful Links;
      Canopus Covid-19 Rapid Self Test (verified)