FDA recalls 500K+ COVID tests sold by major retailers over bacterial contamination risk

More than 500,000 SD Biosensor, Inc. Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Test kits distributed to CVS and Amazon have been recalled due to potential contamination with bacteria that can cause illness and produce false test results. The FDA warns consumers to stop using and dispose of the kits properly. The liquid in the test kits may be contaminated with certain strains of bacteria that can cause illness in people with weakened immune systems or those with direct exposure to the contaminated liquid solution through standard handling, accidental spills, or misuse of the product.