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FDA warns labs of Covid test with false positives
The FDA is warning labs and healthcare providers that a common Covid-19 test is providing false positive results.
Wednesday, July 8th 2020, 10:03 AM CDT
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FDA warns labs of Covid test with false positives
The FDA is warning labs and healthcare providers that a common Covid-19 test is providing false positive results.
The BD Max System Covid-19 Diagnostic Test from Becton Dickinson is showing an error rate of 3% false positives.
The nasal swab based test was given an emergency authorization from the FDA on April 8th.
The Food and Drug Administration is recommending patients confirm their results with an alternative authorized test.
The company is working with the FDA to resolve the problem.
