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COVID-19 Resources

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What Happens if I Receive a Positive Test Result?

If you test positive with the QuickVue At-Home OTC COVID-19 Test*, then proteins from the virus that causes COVID-19 have been found in your sample and you likely have COVID-19.

Per CDC recommendations, you should self-isolate at home to help stop the spread of the virus to others. For the latest CDC recommendations and updates, visit the CDC website »

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COVID-19 Treatment Options and More

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The QuickVue At-Home OTC COVID-19 Test Expiration Extension

The QuickVue At-Home OTC COVID-19 Test has been granted FDA EUA authorization to extend expiration dating from 12 months to 16 months. A copy of the letter is available here. Please note the expiration dates on the outer kit box may not reflect the 16-month dating for product that is already distributed.

Is your test nearing its expiration date?

To verify if the expiration date for a particular lot has been extended:

  • Go to the FDA Webpage »
  • Scroll down to view the list of lot numbers with updated expiration dating. You will require the lot number on your test kit box.
Lot number is found on back of package.
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The QuickVue At-Home OTC COVID-19 Test is a lateral flow immunoassay intended for the qualitative detection of nucleocapsid protein antigen from SARS-CoV-2. This test is authorized for non-prescription home use with self-collected direct anterior nasal (nares) swab samples from individuals aged 14 years or older with symptoms of COVID-19 within the first six days of symptom onset. This test is also authorized for non-prescription home use with adult-collected anterior nasal swab samples from individuals aged 2 years or older with symptoms of COVID-19 within the first six days of symptom onset. This test is also authorized for non-prescription home use with self-collected anterior nasal (nares) swab samples from individuals aged 14 years or older, or adult collected anterior nasal swab samples from individuals aged 2 years or older, with or without symptoms or other epidemiological reasons to suspect COVID-19 when tested twice over three days with at least 24 hours (and no more than 48 hours) between tests.

* This product has not been FDA cleared or approved, but has been authorized by FDA under an EUA. This product has been authorized only for the detection of proteins from SARS-CoV-2, not for any other viruses or pathogens. The emergency use of this product is only authorized for the duration of the declaration that circumstances exist justifying the authorization of emergency use of in vitro diagnostics for detection and/or diagnosis of COVID-19 under Section 564(b)(1) of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. § 360bbb-3(b)(1), unless the declaration is terminated or authorization is revoked sooner.

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