Question for people who do regular lateral flow tests

[cathyandclare]

I bought some rapid antigen tests for pre-Christmas family screening. I did a couple last week before travelling for work. All ok.

I did one yesterday and it was clear at 15 and 30 mins, but this morning ( slattern who didn't throw it away) there's a faint line in the test window.

It's outside the reading time, but I don't think that happened last week. I am a medic working in a non clinical field and am confident I performed it correctly.

No symptoms. What now? Repeat test? Stay home? Have a quiet panic?!

It's not reliable days later. Evaporation lines like you get with pregnancy tests?

Thanks for confirming that. I was starting to doubt myself. That's a relief. I'm planning on a second test this week anyway. Will throw it away after 30 mins!