COVID-19 & Antibody Testing
At Ochsner, we are committed to testing and bringing clinical trials and new therapies to our community.
Testing is safe and simple. Knowledge is power, so know where you stand.
Community Testing Locations
COVID-19 Testing Sites
Walk-ups are welcomed at all locations.
New Orleans Region
There are no current testing sites available in this region at this time. Please check back in the future.
West Bank Region
Monday, Oct. 18 – Friday, Oct. 22
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ochsner Medical Center – West Bank
2500 Belle Chasse Highway
Gretna, LA 70056
Saturday, Oct. 23 and Sunday, Oct. 24
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ochsner Medical Center – West Bank
2500 Belle Chasse Highway
Gretna, LA 70056
Baton Rouge Region
Thursday, Oct. 21
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Former Runnel’s School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Thursday, Oct. 21
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Iberville Parish Public Health Unit
24705 Plaza Drive A
Plaquemine, LA 70764
Friday, Oct. 22
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Former Runnel’s School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Friday, Oct. 22
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
C B Pennington Jr. YMCA
15550 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Saturday, Oct. 23
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Former Runnel’s School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Sunday, Oct. 24
8 a.m. – noon
Former Runnel’s School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Monday, Oct. 25 – Friday, Oct. 29
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Former Runnels School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Thursday, Oct. 28
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Iberville Parish Health Unit
24705 Plaza Drive A
Plaquemine, LA 70764
Friday, Oct. 29
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ascension Parish Library – Gonzales
708 South Irma Boulevard
Gonzales, LA 70737
Saturday, Oct. 30
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Former Runnels School
17255 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Saturday, Oct. 30
9 a.m. - noon
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
4000 Gus Young Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Northshore Region
There are no current testing sites available in this region at this time. Please check back in the future.
North Louisiana Region
There are no current testing sites available in this region at this time. Please check back in the future.
Pre-procedural Testing
If you have an upcoming surgery or procedure at Ochsner, you may be referred to one of the pre-procedural testing locations below to prepare your medical team for your upcoming surgery or procedure. Your results will be made available to your provider and to our Infection Control Team. You will receive your test results within 72 hours via the MyChart patient portal or by phone.
Urgent Care Testing
COVID-19 testing is available at Ochsner Urgent Care locations. Please bring your insurance card and state identification card.
The Louisiana Department of Health offers COVID-19 testing seven days a week. Please click here for a full list of testing locations.
You will receive your test results within 72 hours via the MyChart patient portal or by phone. Those who test positive will have the opportunity to participate in Ochsner’s 14-day symptom tracker program designed for COVID-19 patients who do not require hospital care. Participants receive daily text messages to monitor symptoms and can be connected to our 24/7 nurse on-call line for additional support. You may call 1-866-703-7790 or click the button below.
If you are unsure about if or when you should be tested, talk with a provider virtually with Ochsner Anywhere Care for medical advice in minutes. Ochsner Anywhere Care cannot place orders for COVID-19 testing or infusions.
Antibody Testing
Antibody testing is available
Antibody testing determines whether you had COVID-19 and now have antibodies against the virus. To receive the antibody test, you must have a physician order.
The cost for the antibody test is $50, and this price does not include the cost of any visit copay that would be incurred. Please contact your insurance provider for covered benefits prior to coming in for testing.
You will receive your test results within 24-48 hours via the MyChart patient portal or by phone.
