Drive-Thru COVID-19 testing to open at 10 a.m. Thursday at UNO Lakefront Area

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Posted: Apr 8, 2020 / 09:31 PM EDT

Updated: Apr 9, 2020 / 05:02 PM EDT

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NEW ORLEANS — In order to train staff members on new testing kits, the drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at UNO Lakefront Arena will open at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 9, instead of the usual 8 a.m. opening time.

Testing will be open until 4 p.m. or until the maximum of 250 tests is met.

Testing criteria remains the same: individuals 18 year of age or older who arrive in a motor vehicle and who are symptomatic (combination of a fever and cough or shortness of breath).