FDA Finally Revokes Emergency COVID-Flu Tests from Pfizer Era
Published Date: 1/2/2026
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Summary
The FDA has officially ended the emergency use of two COVID-19 and flu tests made by Pfizer, effective October 22, 2025. This change affects anyone using these specific tests, as they’re no longer authorized for emergency use. No extra costs or deadlines for the public, but labs and providers should switch to other approved tests.
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Pfizer Lucira Tests EUA Revoked
The FDA revoked the Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for two tests: the Lucira by Pfizer COVID-19 & Flu Test and the Lucira by Pfizer COVID-19 & Flu Home Test. The revocations were effective October 22, 2025; Pfizer requested the revocations on October 10, 2025 and told FDA there were no viable test reagents remaining in the United States.
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