This information can change, please double-check sources for information, and continue to monitor sources or back here for updates.
Here are a couple different testing site locators:
Castlight Test Site Finder Tool
Free Oregon Health Authority Testing Sites
Currently testing is becoming much more widely available for COVID-19, not just in Oregon, but across the country. The majority of insurance companies have waived fees from recommended COVID-19 tests. Many sites offer free or low cost tests to uninsured clients in need of a test. Please note that sites may have different requirements, testing capabilities and processes for accessing a test.
The CDC offers an Overview of COVID-19 Tests here.
Free At-Home Tests:
You can now order a limited supply of at free at-home tests from the Federal Government by going to https://www.covidtests.gov/ or by phone at 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).
If you think you are in need of a COVID-19 test, please contact your primary care provider to see if they have testing capabilities. Testing locations, requirements, results time and cost vary across providers and change frequently. Please contact 211 or search Testing Sites to find a testing resource that best meets your need.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEST
Questions | Molecular Test | Antigen Test | Antibody Test |
What else might it be called? | PCR test, Molecular test, nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), RT-PCR test, LAMP test | Rapid diagnostic test (some molecular tests are also rapid tests) | Serological test, serology test, blood test |
How is the sample collected? | Nasal or throat swab (most tests) Saliva (rare) | Nasal or throat swab | Finger stick or blood draw |
How long does it take to get results? | Generally up to a week, some sites may have same day results | One hour or less | Same day or 1-3 days |
Is another test needed? | This test is highly accurate and does not generally need to be repeated | Positive results are usually highly accurate, however negative results may need to be confirmed with a molecular test | Sometimes a second test is needed for accurate results |
What does it test for? | Diagnoses active COVID-19 infections | Diagnoses active COVID-19 infections | Shows if you've been infected by COVID-19 in the past |
What can't it do? | Show if you've had COVID-19 in the past | Definitively rule out current infection. Show if you've had COVID-19 in the past. | Diagnose active COVID-19 infections |
How do I read my test results?
The FDA has a approved some Test at Home Kits for COVID-19 for Emergency User Authorization. Furthermore, there is now a federal program in place to get reimbursements for up to 8 at-home tests a month. More information about the program can be found here.
Additional At-Home Testing Options:
Pixel LabCorp At Home COVID-19 Test Kit
EverlyWell At Home COVID-19 Test Kit
Phosphorus Diagnostics At Home COVID-19 Test Kit
Costco At Home COVID-19 Test Kit
Vault At Home COVID-19 Test Kit