Overview of Testing for SARS-CoV-2 | COVID-19 | CDC This overview describes current information on the types of tests used to detect SARS-CoV-2 infection and their intended uses This information is intended for use by healthcare providers, public health professionals, and those organizing and implementing testing in non-healthcare settings
Testing for COVID-19 | COVID-19 | CDC Getting a COVID-19 test Buy self-tests (at-home tests) Buy self-tests (at-home tests) online or in pharmacies and retail stores If you have health insurance, it may reimburse the cost of purchasing self-tests Visit FDA's website for a list of authorized tests Go to a testing location Visit a community-based testing location, such as a pharmacy or health center near you These locations may
Clinical Testing and Diagnosis for Tuberculosis For more details on interpreting TB skin test results, please visit Clinical Testing Guidance for Tuberculosis: Tuberculin Skin Test TB skin results should only be read by a trained health care professional Consult with your state and local public health authorities to determine who is authorized to place and read TB skin tests in your state
Laboratory Testing for Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) Laboratory testing can help distinguish whether someone is susceptible to EBV infection or has a recent or past infection Healthcare providers can test for antibodies to specific EBV-associated antigens Monospot test is not recommended for general use
This is a TEST | State and Local Readiness | CDC This is a TEST (TEST) is a training and exercise simulation tool designed to foster collaborative emergency preparedness activities It uses collaborative game theory and adult learning principles to increase engagement and knowledge retention
Guidelines and Recommendations | HIV Partners | CDC Many HIV professional associations and government organizations, including CDC, have developed guidelines and recommendations for HIV screening, prevention, and treatment and care
Waived Tests | Laboratory Quality | CDC Waived test results, such as prothrombin time and glucose levels, adjust medication dosages for anticoagulant therapy and diabetes In addition, erroneous results from diagnostic tests, such as those for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) antibody, can have unintended consequences
Laboratory Testing for Norovirus | Norovirus | CDC They can be used to test the following for norovirus: Stool Vomitus Food Water Environmental specimens Multiplex Gastrointestinal Platforms Recently, several commercial platforms for detection of multiple gastrointestinal pathogens have become available They include genogroup I and genogroup II norovirus
Screening for Breast Cancer | Breast Cancer | CDC Breast cancer screening means checking a woman's breasts for cancer before there are signs or symptoms of the disease Your health care provider can tell you about the best screening options for you When you are told about the benefits and risks of screening and decide with your health care provider whether screening is right for you—and if so, when to have it—this is called informed and