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Maryland has acquired 500,000 coronavirus test kits from South Korea, facilitated by Governor Larry Hogan and his wife, Yumi. The shipment, costing $9 million, provides one test per 12 residents. Additionally, the FDA has approved the first at-home coronavirus testing kit, which involves a nasal swab sent to LabCorp for analysis. Priced at $119, it will be available with a doctor's order in most states soon.

How many test kits did Maryland purchase and what is the ratio of tests to residents?

What is required for consumers to obtain the testing kit in most states?