COVID-19 Testing
The Iowa Clinic is no longer offering drive-up testing at our West Des Moines location. Please select an option below for testing.
If You Have COVID-19 Symptoms
If you’re experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and want to be tested, our Urgent Care locations in West Des Moines and Ankeny are here to serve you. We provide the following COVID-19 tests:
- PCR: A throat swab with results that come in 24-48 hours
- Rapid Antigen: Nasal swab with results available in 15 minutes
- Antibody: A blood test to detect COVID-19 antibodies, results available in 24-48 hours
Patients can schedule a reservation online for a testing time or walk-in to be placed in our Urgent Care queue.
SCHEDULE IN ANKENY
SCHEDULE IN WEST DES MOINES
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If You Don't Have COVID-19 Symptoms
(Most commonly used for travel, pre-op or return-to-work/school and asymptomatic Testing)
The Iowa Clinic provides Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) COVID-19 testing for those not experiencing symptoms.
Testing is by appointment only and is administered at 7147 Vista Drive in West Des Moines. Results are available 24-48 hours afterward. Learn more about what to expect for your asymptomatic COVID-19 test.
SCHEDULE A PCR TEST
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What to Expect During your Testing Appointment
When scheduling your COVID-19 testing appointment, you MUST:
- Have a mobile phone with SMS text capabilities or an email address
- Have a valid driver’s license or form of identification
Once you confirm your appointment, you will receive a text message or email with check-in information. The online check-in process is mandatory in order for our staff to complete your testing at your scheduled time.
If you feel this is a true medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or visit your nearest emergency room (call on your way).
Pre-operative Testing
Scheduled for a procedure that requires pre-operative COVID-19 testing? Visit this page for details on what to expect once your provider schedules your testing appointment. NOTE: Weekend testing will have a delay in results.