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If you meet the criteria for a test for COVID-19, it is really important that you call ahead first. You can call your clinic, the UW Health COVID-19 hotline (608) 720-5300 or send a message through MyChart. If you do not have symptoms for COVID-19 you will not be tested at this time. UW Health has access to a number of options for testing, including some in home testing. Calling ahead of time is the best way to determine where to get tested if you qualify. IF YOU ARE NOT HAVING AN EMERGENCY CONDITION PLEASE DO NOT COME DIRECTLY TO THE UW HEALTH EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT TO GET TESTED. Walk-in testing is significantly limited. Presenting to a location for just getting tested for COVID-19 could result in you getting sent home without being tested. For that reason you must call ahead. Call the UW Health COVID-19 hotline (608) 720-5300, call ahead to your UW Health clinics, or send a My Chart message BEFORE coming in.