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+title: What kind of test is being used to diagnose if I have COVID-19?
+category: symptoms-and-testing
+layout: post
+date: April 14, 2020
+source: CDC
+promoted: false
+source_url: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html#Symptoms-&-Testing
+excerpt: Symptoms and testing
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+Many tests to diagnose COVID-19 have received an [Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)](https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/emergency-situations-medical-devices/emergency-use-authorizations) from the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All of these diagnostic tests identify the virus in samples from the respiratory system, such as from nasopharyngeal swabs.
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+Locations and types of testing sites may vary by state or territory (see question: Where can I get tested). Check with your testing site to learn which test it uses. You can find a [patient information sheet for each test](https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/emergency-situations-medical-devices/emergency-use-authorizations#covid19ivd) on the FDA site.
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+Be aware that at this time, no home tests have been authorized for use. All tests must be done at a testing site. The FDA sees the public health value in expanding testing that may include home collection, and they are actively working with test developers on this goal.