The California Department of Health has issued an All Facilities Letter (AFL) updating the interim guidance on prioritization for COVID-19 testing. The letter informs healthcare facilities of the availability of PCR and serology testing across the state, and modifies the previous guidance by changing the priority levels to two tiers. Tier 1 includes hospitalized patients, symptomatic and asymptomatic healthcare workers, first responders, and other social service employees, as well as symptomatic persons over 65 years of age or those with chronic medical conditions. Tier 2 includes lower risk symptomatic and asymptomatic persons. The guidance also provides recommendations for quarantine and isolation. Facilities should monitor the testing taskforce website for the most up-to-date testing prioritization recommendations and contact the CDPH Duty Officer with any questions.

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