Coronavirus Tests Were Delayed Due To CDC Mistakes, Officials Say

The transcript discusses the challenges faced in rolling out coronavirus test kits in the U.S. The FDA had to intervene when the CDC's protocol breach led to test contamination. Despite quick fixes, delays hindered widespread testing, complicating efforts to ease restrictions. The Department of Health and Human Services is investigating the issue.

What was the main issue with the CDC's initial coronavirus test kits?

• They were too expensive.

• They were made in laboratories, leading to contamination.

• They were not available in sufficient quantities.

• They were not approved by the FDA.

What role did the FDA play in resolving the test kit issues?

• They distributed the test kits nationwide.

• They provided financial support.

• They conducted independent tests.

• They intervened to help fix the issues.

How quickly was the testing issue resolved after the FDA's intervention?

• Within a few hours

• Within months

• Within days

• Within weeks

What percentage of the US population had been tested during the early days of the pandemic?

• 20%

• 1%

• 10%

• 5%

What was one of the consequences of the delayed testing rollout?

• More hospitalizations

• Higher vaccine distribution costs

• Complicated efforts to ease shelter-in-place restrictions

• Increased travel restrictions