NEGATIVE FOR COVID-19

IF YOU TEST NEGATIVE FOR COVID-19
A negative test result does not mean you won't get sick later.

IF YOU TEST NEGATIVE FOR COVID-19
• The virus was not detected
• There is a possibility of false negative results

IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19
• You may have received a false negative test result and still might have COVID-19.

• Isolate from others.

For more information about the types of COVID-19 tests and why you might have tested negative, go to www.cdc.gov/covidtesting

IF YOU DO NOT HAVE SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19 AND YOU WERE EXPOSED TO A PERSON WITH COVID-19
• You are likely not infected, but you still may get sick.
• Contact your doctor about your symptoms, about follow-up testing, and how long to isolate.
• Self-quarantine for 14 days at home after your exposure.
• If you are fully vaccinated, you do not need to self quarantine.
• Contact your doctor or local health department regarding options to reduce the length of your quarantine.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit: cdc.gov/coronavirus