<>stream Rapid antigen tests arent designed to withstand moisture, extreme humidity, or freezing temperatures. All are essentials we've come to keep well stocked in our medicine cabinets. Heres what pharmacists and test manufacturers are saying about expiration dates, what they mean, and what you should do if you find your test kit has expired. endobj WebCheck the box for the "Expiration" or "Use By" date. Q q /X3 Do A second, earlier date the day the test kit was assembled is typically printed below that, next to a mysterious-looking icon with a jagged line. For 67 0 obj We dont have a definitive answer for how long after the expiration date a COVID tests results could still be valid, Dang said. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized an expiry extension for BinaxNOW tests for three months from the current For instance, the RapCov Rapid COVID-19 Test can be stored for eight months. Does Health Insurance Cover At-Home COVID Tests? <>stream 'IUE/K2?R;#mQMgjuuW8c3Bgfeq^8Y 0+Fk"YH}|x He added that in the pandemic, testing is meant to detect infections to prevent spread, so if results are incorrect due to expired ingredients, that could potentially contribute to transmission. Q: When does the time start 83 0 obj 0 Essentially, those chemicals can break down or degrade over time, he said. BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card home COVID-19 Test Kits Expire Abbott BinaxNOW Expiration Dates. 55 0 obj It may seem obvious, but read the instructions. The information in this article is current as of the date listed, which means newer information may be available when you read this. 33 0 obj But It's Tricky to Get One, COVID Test Recall: 'Detect' Tests Pose Risk of False Negative Results. Webtesting for product stability to extend the expiration date and have shared these results with the FDA. endstream The original expiration date (Oct. 3, 2021) is next to the hourglass icon. %PDF-1.5 As the seasons, illnesses and our needs change, these essentials stay consistent in our lives. Users of the BinaxNOW COVID-19 Ag Card are urged to check the lot numbers and expiration dates of their tests. In general, all individuals should follow the instructions indicated in the box regarding the storage, expiration, and testing procedure of antigen tests to ensure that theyll work as intended. endstream Both components, the reagent and the antibodies, start to degrade at some point, Pettengill said. If the date is in the future, the test hasn't expired and is fine to use. <>stream <>stream Links which take you out of Abbott worldwide websites are not under the control of Abbott, and Abbott is not responsible for the contents of any such site or any further links from such site. Web1 Find the expiration date on the box.
