I tested positive for COVID-19 and did not have symptoms. Can I take a test to end my isolation?

If you test positive for COVID-19 and never develop symptoms, isolate for at least 5 days. Day 0 is the day of your positive viral test (based on the date you were tested) and day 1 is the first full day after the sample was collected for your positive test. You can leave isolation after 5 full days.

If you have access to a COVID-19 test and want to test to determine if you can end your isolation, the best approach is to use an antigen test towards the end of the 5-day isolation period. If your test result is positive, you should continue to isolate until day 10. If your test result is negative, you can end isolation, but continue to wear a well-fitting mask around others at home and in public until day 10. Follow additional recommendations for masking and avoiding travel as described by the CDC.