COVID-19 Testing
It's important to know how and when to get tested for COVID-19. Testing can give you peace of mind, provide you with information you need to make decisions about your health and help slow the spread of the virus in our community. Getting test is a good idea if you have COVID-19 symptoms or if you've been exposed to someone with the virus.
Home Tests
Home tests, also known as rapid antigen tests, can be bought at a pharmacy or online. FDA-approved home tests are good at detecting active infections when someone has COVID-19 symptoms and are a great and convenient way to find out if you're infected.
Contra Costa Health's home test kit mailing program has ended.
Before you throw out "expired" tests, check the FDA's website to see if your COVID-19 tests' expiration dates have been extended.
Getting Lab Tests in Contra Costa County
COVID-19 tests are available at commercial sites, healthcare providers and pharmacies. People with health insurance should review if there are any associated co-pays or cost for testing, including home tests. COVID-19 tests are available at no-cost testing site for people without insurance who have symptoms of COVID-19 or who have been exposed.
County Health Centers
People with CCHP/Medi-Cal/Medicare can schedule through MyChart or by calling 800-495-8885.