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Fears of 'Wild West' as COVID-19 blood tests hit the market

by AP Health Writer
| April 14, 2020 12:03 AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Blood tests for the coronavirus could play a key role in deciding whether millions of Americans can safely return to work and school. But public health officials warn that the current “Wild West” of unregulated tests is creating confusion that could ultimately slow the path to recovery.

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