CMS Guidance for the Use of Expired SARS-CoV-2 Tests

COLA extended its engagement in its partnership with the CDC Division of Laboratory Systems (DLS) through the Laboratory Communicators’ Network (LCN) to transmit their public health messages to our laboratories and affiliates. Below is a link to the most recent message about CMS guidance for the use of expired SARS-CoV-2 tests.

CMS Guidance for the Use of Expired SARS-CoV-2 Tests

To address the concern about SARS-CoV-2 testing reagents and swab supply shortages during the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will allow laboratories and testing sites to use expired SARS-CoV-2 test kits, reagents, and swabs—unless doing so deviates from the test manufacturer’s authorized instructions for use.