What information is required to be tested?
People utilizing a SHIELD community
testing site must provide an email address or phone number as identification to
be tested and receive results.
For testing at schools or other organizations not open to the public, the sponsoring organization may have other requirements to prove a relationship with that organization.
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Why am I asked my demographic information, including my race and date of birth?
The laboratory that processes the tests needs to identify the sample to the person who provides the sample, requiring a date of birth. Also, all positive test results must be reported to the Illinois Department of Public Health in accordance with ...
Are masks required at testing locations?
Yes. Regardless of any other guidelines or facility rules, masks are required for all staff and testers to minimize exposure pursuant to CDC guidelines.
What information is required is required for the questionnaire?
The information that is required are: 1). General Information Organization type SHIELD ID Organization/district name 2). Main Office Information Website Facility phone Mailing address 3). Shipping Address 4). Main Point of Contact Full Name Email ...
Why do I need to provide the Patient Roster information?
o SHIELD Illinois needs this information to create patient records in our EMR software PnC. Once records are created, patients may test.Why do I need to provide student emails? o IDPH requires demographic and contact information to assist with ...
How does the testing process work?
The test is self-administered and non-invasive. After checking in with a collection site staff member, you will receive a vial to deposit a small amount of saliva into. Then, you place the vial in a collection rack and leave the collection site.