What Does A Positive Covid Test Look Like

How long can you test positive for COVID-19?

>People who have recovered from COVID-19 can continue to test positive for up to 3 months after their infection.

Requirement for Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test or Documentation of Recovery from COVID-19

Is there a test for COVID-19?

Yes, the FDA has issued Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for different types of COVID-19 tests. Some tests are used to diagnose the virus that causes COVID-19 infection whereas other tests are used to detect a recent or prior COVID-19 infection.

COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions | FDA

What does a COVID-19 positive self-test result mean?

A positive self-test result means that the test detected the virus, and you are very likely to have an infection and should stay home or isolate for 10 days, wear a mask if you could have contact with others, and avoid indoor gatherings to reduce the risk of spreading disease to someone else.

Self-Testing

What does my negative COVID-19 test result mean?

Negative test results in persons with known SARS-CoV-2 exposure suggest no current evidence of infection. These results represent a snapshot of the time around specimen collection and could change if the same test was performed again in one or more days.

Overview of Testing for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)