To be tested:
 
1. Only request a test if you have symptoms
 
These include cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, as well as fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, and loss of taste or smell.
 
If you are experiencing these symptoms, call your health care provider (if you have one) and isolate yourself from others as soon as possible.
 
 
2. Call first to make an appointment
 
Same-day or next-day appointments are usually available, but residents must call first to assure eligibility and availability of testing.
 
Find a continually updated list of test sites, with information on scheduling and the appointment process, at ochealthinfo.com/covidtest or the HCA’s Health Referral Line: (800) 564-8448. 
 
Testing is confidential. The COVID-19 test for people with symptoms involves a nasal swab, with no needles or blood samples required. Results are typically available in two to four days, or in some cases sooner.
 
Help protect yourself, your loved ones and your community. Find out if you have COVID-19 now, even if you don’t have health insurance.

Testing sites in the OC COVID-19 Testing Network within the Fourth District currently include: