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Beware of COVID-19 testing scams and fraud.
The Federal Trade Commission has information on how to avoid buying fake test kits online or get tricked into using a scam testing location.
Counterfeit tests
The Food and Drug Administration warns that counterfeit COVID-19 self-tests are being used and distributed in the US.
How can you tell if a test is real or fake?
Look at the box and materials for:
Learn more about counterfeit at-home COVID-19 diagnostic tests at this FDA webpage.
If you think you found a fake COVID-19 pop-up site or bought a fake COVID-19 test, please report it to the Department of Consumer and Business Affairs at bit.ly/DCBAHelp or 1-800 593-8222.
Visit the PH COVID-19 scams and fraud webpage to find out more about common COVID-19 scams and fraud.
DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING TESTS
Check here to see if your test might be counterfeit:
Note: As of 4-29-22, the FDA is not aware of any counterfeit tests distributed by the U.S. Government test distribution programs.
Do not use these tests that are not authorized, cleared, or approved by the FDA.
For more information, visit the FDA safety webpage. If you are using a home-test kit, check the FDA's website to make sure your test is authorized. If you had a problem with a COVID test, please report it to FDA’s MedWatch program.