Expiration Dates Extended for CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Home Test

Access Bio, Inc. CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Home Test and On/go COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test that are FDA authorized under emergency use authorization now have a longer shelf-life than previously authorized.

The expiration dates for these tests have been extended to reflect the longer shelf-life. The extension is based on additional data provided by the manufacturer showing how long the tests can be used with the same expected accuracy. 

Check whether your Access Bio, Inc. CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Home Test and On/go COVID-19 Antigen Self-Test or another test that you have has a new expiration date.  

Visit At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests and At-Home COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests: Frequently Asked Questions for more information. 

Questions?

If you have questions about this update, contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education.

Click here to read the complete article and to Check Expiration Dates on the FDA webpage