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SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test (nasal swab)

The SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test is a test kit designed to detect SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19, using a nasal swab sample. The test is intended for use in symptomatic individuals, meeting the case definition for COVID-19, as well as for testing asymptomatic persons in contact with confirmed or probable cases of COVID-19.

The results are based on detection of SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein antigens in upper respiratory tract samples during the acute phase of infection.

Positive results indicate the presence of SARS-CoV-2 viral antigens.

Individuals who test negative and continue to experience symptoms similar to those of COVID-19 should seek follow-up care from a medical professional.

SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test

How to test yourself

Insert the swab into your nostril until you feel slight resistance. Slowly twist the swab, rubbing it along the insides of your nostril for 5-10 times against the nasal wall.
Using the same swab, repeat the procedure in your other nostril.
Place the swab into the extraction tube, ensure it is touching the bottom and stir the swab to mix well.
Remove the swab while squeezing the swab head against the inside of the extraction tube and close the cap or fit the tube tip onto the tube.
Remove the test cassette from the sealed foil pouch and place it on a plat and level surface.
Invert the specimen extraction tube and add 3 drops of extracted specimen to the sample well(S) of the test cassette and start the timer. Do not move the test cassette during test developing.
Read the result at 15 minutes. Do not read the result after 20 minutes or more.