Sore throat and strep testing in West Anaheim and Laguna Woods
Most sore throats are not strep. A rapid swab here usually gives you the answer during the same visit.
Know before you go home
A sore throat on its own does not tell you much.
Strep screening here
We swab and run it in the clinic, so you are not waiting days for an answer.
Swab now, answer before you leave
Adults and children
Both clinics see all ages, six days a week.
Everyone is welcome
No appointment
Walk in during opening hours, or book a time online.
Checking hours
What happens when you come in
A few minutes, start to finish.
Tell us about it
How long it has hurt, whether you have a fever, and whether swallowing is hard.
A look and a feel
The doctor looks at your throat and checks the glands in your neck.
A swab if it fits
If what we see looks like it could be strep, we swab and test it here.
A clear answer
We tell you what it is, what to do, and when to come back if it is not settling.
What it costs
Self-pay prices. The swab is added on top of the visit, and only if the doctor thinks you need it.
Most of our patients use insurance. We take Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Medicare, Prime Healthcare, SCAN and Optum at all our locations. More about insurance · See the full price list.
Where to come
Common questions
Is my sore throat strep?
How long does the test take?
When should I come in?
Can you check for mono as well?
See all common questions — appointments, insurance, what to bring, parking and languages.
you cannot swallow your own saliva, you are drooling, your neck is swollen and stiff, or you are having trouble breathing. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.