Where To Get Tested for Coronavirus COVID-19 in Houston, Texas?
Quick Digest: July 24th 2020
- As of July 24th, 2020, there have been 376,000 positive cases in Texas with 61,416 cases in Harris County/Houston. 4,714 people have died as a result of COVID-19 in the state of Texas.
- The CDC highly recommends wearing cloth face covering in public spaces, such as a grocery store, even if you are not showing symptoms
- Due to recent spikes in cases, it is essential to avoid large gatherings, practice social distancing, and wear a face mask in public
- See our articles for more information on when COVID-19 may peak and end and when a vaccine will become available
- Seek a COVID-19 test if you are experiencing symptoms or have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for the virus
Where to Get Tested for Coronavirus in Houston, Texas?
The Department of Health is recommending that residents of Houston seek testing if they are experiencing symptoms or have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. First responders, elderly patients, and individuals at high risk will be prioritized if there are testing shortages. There are currently two main types of coronavirus tests: the PCR nasal swab, which tests for active infection, and the antibody blood test, which tests for past exposure. Read our article Coronavirus Blood Test (Antibody) Vs. Swab Test (PCR) Vs. Saliva Test - Differences & Which One Is Best for more information on selecting the appropriate test for you.
Below is a comprehensive list of testing facilities provided by the Harris County Public Health Resources Page. It is advised that you call the testing facility to ensure that there are tests available and to schedule an appointment. Results will be delivered via telephone call from the following number: 1-833-447-0001. For further questions about testing, call the COVID-Line at 832-927-7575.The cost of COVID-19 testing varies based on several factors. Call the testing site prior to arrival for a price break down.
Askew Elementary
11200 Wood Lodge, Houston TX
512-883-2400
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TDEM
Butler Stadium
13755 S Main St, 77035
832-393-4220
Mon - Sat | CLOSED Sundays 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Houston Health Department
Challenger 7 Memorial Park
2301 W Nasa Rd, Webster TX 77598
832-927-7575
Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Harris County Public Health
Christia Adair Park
15107 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX 77047
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
TDEM
Community College-Southeast
6815 Rustic
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
United Memorial Medical Center (UMMC)
Cullen Middle School
6900 Scott St, Houston TX
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
UMMC
CVS Pharmacy
15010 Memorial Dr, 77079
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
1003 Richmond Ave, 77006
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
5402 Westheimer Rd, 77056
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
2469 Bay Area, 77058
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
5603 FM 1960 W, 77069
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
1000 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
6079 SH 6 HWY N, HOUSTON, TX, 77084, US
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
12601 Tomball Pkwy, Houston, TX 77086
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
11600 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, Houston, TX 77065
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CVS Pharmacy
5510 W Orem Dr, Houston, TX 77045
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CVS Health
CVS Pharmacy
19715 Tomball Pkwy, Houston, TX 77070
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CVS Pharmacy
4150 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77018
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CVS Pharmacy
5725 N Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041
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CVS Pharmacy
2828 Spears Rd, Houston, TX 77067
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CVS Pharmacy
4451 W Fuqua St, Houston, TX 77045
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CVS Pharmacy
12502 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024
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CVS Health
Delmar Stadium
2020 Magnum Rd, 77092
832-393-4220
Mon - Sat | CLOSED Sundays 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Houston Health Department
Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center
6402 Market St, 77020
Tue - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
United Memorial Medical Center
Forest Brook Middle School
7525 Tidwell Rd, Houston TX
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
UMMC
George Bush Park‚Äê Fun Fair Positive Soccer
20150 Westheimer Pkwy, Houston, TX 77082
832-927-7575
Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Harris County Public Health
Griggs School
801 Regional Park Dr, Houston TX
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
UMMC
HCC - Northeast Campus
555 Community College Dr, Houston TX
512-883-2400
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TDEM
HCC - South Campus
1990 Airport Blvd, Houston TX
512-883-2400
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TDEM
HCC - Southeast Campus
6815 Rustic, Houston TX
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
UMMC
Hobby Elementary
4021 Woodmont Dr, Houston TX
512-883-2400
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TDEM
HOPE Clinic West
12121 Westheimer Suite 205 Houston, TX 77077
713-773-0803
Mon - Fri M: 11AM-7PM | T-F: 8AM - 5PM
HOPE Clinic
Legacy Fifth Ward
3811 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020
832-548-5000
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Legacy Community Health
Legacy Montrose
1415 California St. Houston TX 77006
832-548-5000
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Legacy Community Health
Legacy Southwest
6441 High Star Dr. Houston, TX 77074
832-548-5000
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Legacy Community Health
MD Anderson's Diagnostic Imaging Clinic
6602 Mapleridge St. Houston TX 77081
713-218-8310
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MD Anderson
Memorial Baptist Church Baytown
600 W Sterling Ave, Baytown TX 77520
832-927-7575
Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Harris County Public Health
NRG Park - Green Lot
1 Reliant Park, Houston TX
512-883-2400
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TDEM
Pasadena Health Center
908 Southmore Pasadena TX 77502
713-322-9645
schedule an appointment
Pasadena Health Center
Salyers Elementary
25705 W Hardy Rd, Spring, TX 77373
832-927-7575
Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Harris County Public Health
Southwest Multi-Service Center
6400 High Star, Houston TX
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
UMMC
UMMC Tidwell
510 W Tidwell Rd
1-866-333-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
United Memorial Medical Center (UMMC)
UMMC Tidwell
510 W Tidwell Rd, Houston TX
1-866-33-COVID
Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
UMMC
Walgreens
8301 Broadway St, 77061
Mon - Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Walgreens
Walgreens
14531 Westheimer Rd. 77082
Mon - Sun 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Walgreens
Walgreens
101 Southmore Pasadena, TX 77502
832-927-7575
Mon - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Walgreens
Walmart
12353 FM 1960 W, Houston 77065
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
Walmart
13003 Tomball Pkwy, 77086
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
Walmart
111 Yale St, 77007
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
Walmart
5655 E Sam Houston Pkwy N, 77015
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
Walmart
9235 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, 77396
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
Walmart
3506 Highway 6 S, 77082
Mon - Fri Drive-Thru
Walmart
See If You Meet Criteria for COVID-19 Screening
The CDC reports COVID-19 has an incubation period, which is a time between when you get infected and start to show symptoms. This incubation period is about five days. Even though you may not feel sick during these days, you can spread the virus to others. This is why it’s important to screen yourself, so you can self-quarantine if you believe you have the virus.
According to recent studies, test results are most accurate when taken about 8 days after exposure and 3-4 days after symptom onset.
Ask yourself these questions:
- Have you traveled outside of the United States, specifically to these areas:
- China
- South Korea
- Italy
- Iran
- International Conveyance (the Diamond Princess)
- Have you or anyone you know been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19?
- Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms:
- Fever
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Shortness of Breath
- Are you 60 years old or older?
If You Meet Criteria, You Should Get Tested.
If you answered yes to two or more of the self-screening questions above, you have a much higher chance of meeting the threshold for receiving a test.
Those who are believed to have the COVID-19 will receive a nose swab. This nose swab can be quite uncomfortable because it reaches deep into your nasal cavity.
A throat swab is also performed along with the collection of one lower respiratory specimen. To obtain the specimen, you have to rinse your mouth with water and cough deeply to produce sputum. The sputum must go directly into a sterile, leak-proof, screw-cap collection cup.
The specimens are sent to the Public Health Lab, which has been approved by the government for Coronavirus COVID-19 testing. There are only 40 labs in the U.S. that have been authorized so far.
How Long will The Results Take?
The specimens are put through a four-step process, which takes up to five hours. The current turnaround time for results is two to four days. Positive results are immediately reported to the doctor who submitted the specimens.
What To Do While Waiting for Results
- Practice social distancing to protect others in case you do have the virus.
- Take your temperature periodically throughout the day and seek medical attention if your fever is very high.
- Check for symptoms, especially coughing and shortness of breath.
- Stay home.
- It will take 14 days to recover from COVID-19, so self-quarantine yourself to avoid infecting others.
For additional information about COVID-19 in Houston, contact the City of Houston Health Department at 713-393-5169.
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