COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Baton Rouge General is offering COVID-19 antibody testing at the following
primary care clinics and
urgent care locations.
Due to high demand for antibody testing, scheduling an appointment is encouraged.
Call or schedule online.
Primary Care Clinic Testing Locations
Baton Rouge Family Medical Center
8595 Picardy Avenue, Suite 100
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 763-4900
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Schedule online with our providers:
Shavaun Cotton, MD
Rachael Kermis, MD
Jacob Wood, MD
Tiffany Simon, NP
Chatisy Thomas, NP
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Bella Family Medical
8333 Goodwood Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 272-0106
Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Schedule online with our providers:
Amanda Watts, MD
Kirby Dewayne Humbles, NP
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Bluebonnet Family Clinic
9241 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 757-6031
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Schedule online with our providers:
Mary Thomas, MD
Dorothy Ewen, NP
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BRGP - Family Medicine (O'Neal)
2645 O’Neal Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 333-3660
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Schedule online with our providers:
Stephen McCulloh, MD
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Heal 360°
10523 North Oaks Hills Parkway
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 763-4427
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Online scheduling unavailable.
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Medical Associates of Baton Rouge
3401 North Boulevard, Suite 400
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 387-0851
Monday - Friday: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Schedule online with our providers:
Henry Dixon, MD
Tarisha Mixon, MD
Daniel Daire, NP
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Primary Care Group
5353 Florida Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 367-4558
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Schedule online with our providers:
Vasanthi Vinayagam, MD
Darakshan Wahid, MD
Jonnika Robertson, NP
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BRGP - Family Medicine (Clinton)
11323 Church Street
Clinton, LA 70722
(225) 683-3377
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Online scheduling unavailable
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BRGP - Family Medicine (Denham Springs)
1286 Del Este Avenue
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 667-3100
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Schedule online with our providers:
April McCulloh, MD
Brandon O'Quinn, NP
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BRGP - Family Medicine (Port Allen)
610 North Jefferson Street
Port Allen, LA 70767
(225) 267-6626
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Online scheduling unavailable
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BRGP - Family Medicine (Prairieville)
17520 Old Jefferson Highway
Prairieville, LA 70769
(225) 673-8983
Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – Noon
Schedule online with our providers:
Stephanie Coleman, MD
Vincent Nguyen, MD
Tara Kosick, NP
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Express Care Testing Locations
BRG Express Care - Highland Village
4410 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 763-4500
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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BRG Express Care - Dutchtown
13201 Highway 73, Suite 102
Geismar, LA 70734
(225) 763-4500
Weekdays: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Express Care Scheduling
Skip the line! Schedule an appointment online at one of our Express Care
locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should get a COVID-19 antibody test?
Antibody testing is best for those:
- Ages 10+
- Who experienced symptoms of COVID-19
- OR had a known exposure to someone who tested postive for COVID-19
- Antibodies develop between 8 and 14 days post-symptom onset, so its best
to wait at least 10 days after initial symptom onset or exposure to someone
who tested positive for COVID-19.
Why should I get a COVID-19 antibody test?
Antibody tests aren’t required and don’t change treatment of
COVID-19 or any other medical condition; however, many people simply want
to know if they may have had COVID-19.
How much does a test cost?
Antibody tests cost $100; however, insurance may cover a portion of the
test. Payments can be made through credit card or cash.
How is the test performed?
A small blood draw will be performed. Your sample will be sent to the Mayo
Clinic Laboratory to analyze.
What type of test will be used?
While there are many different types of antibody tests available, Baton
Rouge General is using the COR2G serology test developed by Mayo Clinic.
A blood draw will be taken at our urgent care locations and sent to The
Mayo Clinic Laboratory for testing. This is one of the most robustly validated
tests performed through Mayo Clinic labs. This test yields a 98.6% specificity
(ability of the test to correctly identify those with antibodies).
When should I be tested?
While some individuals can test positive for antibodies between eight-
and 14-days post-symptom onset, over 95% are positive after day 14. As
a result, testing is advised for individuals at least 10 days after initial
symptom onset or at least 10 days after a known exposure.
What will the COVID-19 antibody test show?
The test is intended only to detect antibodies to the virus, not to diagnose
recent or active infection, and it cannot pinpoint the date of exposure.
What exactly are antibodies?
Antibodies, also known as immunoglobulins, are proteins that your body
produces to help stop intruders from harming your body. Those intruders
can include the COVID-19 virus.
What does a negative test result mean?
A negative test result does not always mean you weren’t infected
with COVID-19. You could get a “false” negative test for one
of the following reasons.
- Since it takes about two weeks after an infection to develop antibodies
you may have gotten tested too soon.
- Individuals who have weakened immune systems such as people having chemotherapy
or HIV/AIDS may also have a “false” negative test because
their body is too weak to make antibodies.
What does a positive test result mean?
A positive test may mean that you were infected with COVID-19 and that
your body has produced antibodies.
You could get a “false” positive test result. This means the
test is positive, but you have not been infected with COVID-19. “False”
positive test results may occur in some people who have had an infection
with other stains of coronaviruses, such as those that cause the common cold.
If I get a positive test result does that mean I am safe from getting infected
with COVID-19 again?
We don’t yet know what a positive antibody test means for COVID-19.
Until we know more, don’t let your guard down.
- Wear a mask when you go out in public, especially in places where social
distancing may be a problem (grocery stores and pharmacies).
- Keep all surfaces in your home and in your car clean and disinfected.
- Clean your hands frequently, especially after you go out in public places.