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Interim Guidance on Testing Healthcare Personnel for SARS-CoV-2

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Viral tests (authorized nucleic acid or antigen detection assays) are recommended to diagnose acute infection. Testing practices should aim for rapid turnaround times (i.e., less than 24 hours) in order to facilitate effective interventions.

Testing the same individual more than once in a 24-hour period is not recommended.HCP undergoing testing should receive clear information on:Recommended practices to prevent occupational exposure to SARS-CoV-2 are described in the Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Healthcare Personnel During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic.

Guidance for assessing HCP exposure risk and determining the need for work restrictions is available in the Interim U.S. Guidance for.

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