Jorge Caballero, MDOct 3, 2023

Today, I received my free COVID-19 tests that I ordered via the US Postal Service last week.

If you haven't done so already, you can order up to 4 free COVID-19 tests by visiting https://special.usps.com/testkits

COVID Home Tests | USPS

COVID Home Tests | USPS

Show threadFinchHaven sfba

@DataDrivenMD

What were the pull dates on the tests you got?

I've heard (credibly) several times that the CDC was post-dating (or back-dating is it?) the expiration dates

Oct 3, 2023 at 12:38amWeb
Show threaddeewaniOct 3, 2023
@FinchHaven @DataDrivenMD Received Abbott BinaxNOW, expired in June 2023, extended to January 2024. Came with a postcard with info on extended expiration dates. #covidtests https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-covid-19-and-medical-devices/home-otc-covid-19-diagnostic-tests
At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests

Expiration dates and more about authorized at-home OTC COVID-19 diagnostic tests information.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration