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COVID-19 Testing

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 is a severe respiratory syndrome and infectious disease. Its symptoms include but are not limited to fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell. However, not all people have symptoms when they have COVID-19.

What does the COVID-19 test consist of?

The COVID-19 diagnostic test is safe, free, and easy. A nasal swab, oral swab or saliva sample may be used.

Who can get tested?

All New Yorkers should get tested now, whether or not you have symptoms or are at increased risk.

How often should I get tested?

If your first COVID test is negative, you should get tested again if you

  • are concerned about possible exposure
  • have spent time in a large crowd
  • have had exposure to someone with confirmed or possible COVID-19
  • have symptoms
  • work in a congregate setting like a nursing home or shelter are planning to visit someone at high risk for severe COVID-19 illness

How long do results take?

Most results are returned in about 3-5 days.

Do I need insurance?

You do NOT need insurance to get a diagnostic test.

Privacy

Your test results are confidential.

Where can I get tested?

There are hundreds of convenient testing sites across the city, as well as mobile testing units visiting different locations throughout the five boroughs. For the week of July 13-17, the mobile units will available Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM at the following locations (availability is subject to change due to inclement weather):

Greater Universal Baptist Church
253 East 153rd Street
Bronx, NY 10451

Salem Missionary Baptist Church
305 East 21st Street
Brooklyn, NY 11226

NYCHA Meltzer Senior Center
94 East 1st Street
New York, NY 10009

Corona Congregational Church
02-18 34th Avenue
Queens, NY 11368

NYCHA Mariners Harbor
311 Grandview Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10303

To find a testing site near you, type your zip code into the below.

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