Lakeside Union School District has partnered with Inspire Diagnostics to provide convenient, no-cost testing for staff and students. Inspire Diagnostics will administer a “nasal swab test” using individually packaged sterile, dry swabs.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What type of COVID-19 test?
This is a PCR lab test, the gold standard for COVID-19 tests.
- How do I get my results?
Once the test results are ready, you will be notified that it is ready and that you should check our secure online patient portal. Results are delivered directly to your smartphone or computer as preferred by you.
- How long will it take to get my results?
Currently, the turnaround time is 24 to 48 hours from the time the sample is received at the lab. As the testing conditions can change, please stay up to date on the estimated turnaround time.
- What is my out of pocket cost?
Inspire Diagnostics is providing COVID-19 testing with no out-of-pocket cost to the individual. Inspire Diagnostics accepts the reimbursed amount from the insurance company or, in the case of an uninsured individual, the federal program for uninsured persons (CARES Act) as payment for our services. There is no amount owed by you to Inspire Diagnostics.
More information can be found on the Inspire Diagnostics/LUSD Registration Website.
CLICK HERE to view Frequently Asked Questions Related to Employee COVID-19 Testing (must be signed on to your LSUSD GOOGLE Account)
Dates/Times of COVID 19 Testing Offered by LUSD
Additional Free COVID-19 Testing Centers in San Diego
Additionally, staff and students have access to other free COVID-19 Testing Sites in San Diego County.
THIS LINK will lead you to an interactive map with testing locations, a testing schedule, and other testing options.
PLEASE NOTE, WHEN TESTING OUTSIDE OF LAKESIDE UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT, WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION (PCR) TESTS AS PROOF THAT YOU ARE COVID-19 NEGATIVE.
Only for LUSD Staff to provide proof of COVID testing.
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