HIV Counseling & Testing Services

The Pasadena Public Health Department operates its HIV Counseling and Testing Services at the Pasadena Community Health Center at 1845 N. Fair Oaks Ave. [Click for directions]

The Pasadena Public Health Department offers FREE HIV Testing On Demand for those who qualify.

Monday between 10 am -12 pm and 2pm – 5 pm
Tuesdays between 10 am -12 pm and 2pm – 5 pm
Wednesdays between 10 am -12 pm and 2pm – 5 pm

Just walk in. No appointment needed. Get your result within 30 minutes.

*To avoid the possibility of a longer waiting time during the lunch hour, please arrive before noon or after 1:00.

First come, first serve.

NOTE: Testing Hours are subject to change without notice.
Please call (626) 744-6140 to confirm testing availability.

The HIV Counseling and Testing Services provides free anonymous and confidential HIV testing. The counselors uses the OraQuick Rapid tests and the test results are provided within 30 minutes.

What is the difference in Anonymous and Confidential testing?

The actual testing procedure for Anonymous and Confidential testing are exactly the same. Both tests require an oral swab and involve pre- and post-test counseling with a California state certified counselor. The difference is in the amount of personal information an individual chooses to reveal at the clinic. An individual choosing anonymous testing is given a code number that is linked to the test results and lab slip. The person never gives any contact information, such as name, telephone number or address, and the test results cannot be linked in any way to the individual. Someone choosing confidential testing provides contact information and the test results are linked to the person’s name in a confidential medical file. California state laws protect this result from being disclosed to anyone but the client.

Here are some of the factors to consider when choosing between Anonymous and Confidential testing:

• In a confidential setting, it is possible for the clinic and counselor to provide follow-up support, whereas with anonymous testing, no clini-initiated follow up is possible.
• In confidential testing, clients can receive a written result with their name. Such documentation may be required by the courts or other service providers.
  
  

Contact Us

Other services are available:

• Partner Services
• HIV/STD Education and Prevention
• Schedule our mobile testing unit to visit your site.

Call (626) 744-6030 or email jpalomo@cityofpasadena.net
Call (626) 744-6098 or email solivas@cityofpasadena.net

Fax:
(626) 744-6148

Explore our website or call (626) 744-6140 for additional information.