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COVID-19 Testing

Looking for a COVID-19 test?

Find a low or no-cost COVID-19 test by using Colorado’s Covid-19 test locator tool, calling your local LAHCDHD office, or contacting your healthcare provider.

Las Animas County: 719-846-2213
412 Benedicta Ave, Trinidad CO 81082
Huerfano County: 719-738-2650
119 E 5th Street, Walsenburg CO 81089

Beginning September 25, every U.S. household can again place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home. Visit the Covid Tests website to place an order.

Report an At-Home COVID-19 Test Result

To report a positive COVID case determined by an at-home test, please call Las Animas Huerfano Counties District Health Department.

Las Animas County: 719-846-2213Huerfano County: 719-738-2650

After Hours: 719-334-6833

When to Test

If you are experiencing emergency warning signs for severe COVID-19, please seek immediate medical assistance by calling 911 or going to your nearest emergency facility.

Symptoms that require emergency medical attention may include:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion
  • Inability to wake or stay awake
  • Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone

Feeling Sick?

If you are experiencing symptoms that could be related to COVID-19, consider getting tested.

  • If you have tested positive or are showing symptoms, please follow isolation guidelines to prevent spreading the virus to others.

Exposure

If you have been exposed to COVID-19, begin taking precautions immediately. This includes wearing a high-quality mask for 10 full days after exposure. If you start experiencing symptoms, test immediately.

  • Even if you are not showing symptoms, it is still important to get tested 5 full days from your last exposure. Testing too close to exposure can produce inaccurate results.
    • If you test positive 5 full days after exposure, begin isolating and follow isolation guidelines.
    • If you test negative 5 full days after exposure, continue taking precautions throughout day 10, including wearing a high-quality mask when around others indoors at home and in public.

Screening Testing

Certain high-risk settings require testing as a part of screening processes.

Consider testing before coming into contact with individuals at high-risk for severe COVID-19.

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If you have any other questions about COVID-19 testing, please call LAHCDHD or visit CDC’s COVID-19 Testing page to learn more.