Same-Day COVID-19 Tests Available for All LA County Residents Showing Symptoms

Free, same-day tests are now available for all LA County residents who have symptoms of COVID-19. Symptoms include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. 

Thefollowing factors do not affect eligibility for a COVID-19 test: 

• Immigration status.
• Insurance status.
• Age.
• Underlying health issues.

Healthequity is central to Los Angeles County’s mission to build a network of freeCOVID-19 testing sites. There are currently 29 operational sites throughout theCounty. There are both drive-up and walk-up sites. To ensure the sitesprioritize people who need it most, only people who are experiencing symptomsof COVID-19 are eligible for these testing services at this time.  

Appointmentsare necessary. Here are the steps for getting a test appointment: 

• Visit the website lacovidprod.service-now.com/rrs.
• Answer a series of questions. The answers determine if you are eligible for an appointment. 
• If you are eligible, you will receive an appointment confirmation number by email. 
• Bring the confirmation number and photo ID to your appointment.
• People with no access to the Internet can dial 2-1-1 for help making an appointment. 
• People without a car can be tested as long as they have an appointment. The sites can accommodate pedestrians.
• There are NO walk-up appointments available for people who do not register. 
• For a full list of locations and answers to questions about testing, go to covid19.lacounty.gov.

There is ahelpful instructional video toprepare you to take the test. Test results may take up to 3-4 days. Positivetest results will be notified with a phone call. Negative test results will benotified by email.

For more information, visit covid19.lacounty.gov/testing. To schedule a test, visit lacovidprod.service-now.com/rrs.

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