As
more at-home testing kits are distributed, health experts have tips to make
sure patients test themselves properly.
A
total of 500 million at-home
testing kits will soon be distributed.
They
all come with a nasal swab, which goes half to three-quarters of an inch into
each nostril.
Once
inserted, move the swab around in five big circles. Different
tests may vary on where people should stick the swab to get results.
After
waiting the designated time for results, experts recommend reporting
results to a doctor and local health department if it’s positive.