TABLE 3

CDC: Discontinuation of transmission-based precautions for patients previously positive for COVID-1912

SymptomaticSymptom-based strategyAt least 3 days since recovery (resolution of fever without antipyretics, and improvement in respiratory symptoms)
At least 10 days since symptoms first appeared
Test-based strategyResolution of fever without antipyretics and improvement in respiratory symptoms
Two consecutive negative COVID-19 tests more than 24 hours apart
AsymptomaticTime-based strategyAt least 10 days since first positive test without development of symptoms
Test-based strategyTwo consecutive negative COVID-19 tests more than 24 hours apart