Test Iowa hits 100,000 tests

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DES MOINES — Test Iowa has hit 100,000 tests conducted since the first test site opened on April 25, and it is currently the No. 1 source of testing in the state of Iowa.

“In the face of a global pandemic, we had to be bold, ambitious and move quickly to launch a comprehensive initiative to combat the spread of COVID-19 in Iowa and protect the lives and livelihoods of Iowans,” said Gov. Reynolds.

Through Test Iowa, the state is currently testing more than 3,000 people a day, across 20 Test Iowa drive up and clinic sites. Approximately 21 percent of all COVID-19 tests in Iowa have been through Test Iowa and the program is open to every Iowan who wants to be tested. This statewide effort involves the Iowa Department of Public Health, State Hygienic Lab, Iowa National Guard, Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Department of Human Services, Department of Transportation, and local public health officials, emergency managers and health care providers across the state.

Individuals who wish to get tested at any site must first complete the online assessment at testiowa.com. They will then be directed to schedule an appointment. Locations and hours of operation for all test sites can be found at testiowa.com or coronavirus.iowa.gov.

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