Novel coronavirus 2019, COVID-19 antigen swab test kit

Product Code
C50004
Kit Principle
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Basic information on COVID-19 antigen swab test kit

This novel coronavirus disease COVID-19 antigen swab test kit is based on lateral flow immunoassay to detect SARS-COV-2 specific antigens in human specimens. It can be used as an aiding tool for RT-PCR testing. Clinical diagnosis shall be done according to the doctor.

This product is CE marked according to EU IVD Directive 98/79/EC 

This product is not registered in China NMPA, not for sale in China.

This product is CE-marked and approved by German authorities.
Caution:

Read carefully the kit manual before testing.

Clinical diagnosis of COVID-19 shall be done by doctor.

Component of the COVID-19 antigen swab test kit

  • COVID-19 Rapid Test Card, 40pcs,
  • Disposable pipettes, 40pcs,
  • Sample buffer, 2pcs, 5ml/bottle
  • Sample collection swabs
  • Kit manual, 1 pc

* This kit is also available in 40tests, 20 tests, 10 tests and 1 test package. Consult us before order.

 

How to use this COVID-19 antigen swab test kit

  • Use the swabs provided in the kit to collect throat / mouth / saliva specimen
  • Insert the swab into the sample tube with buffer in it
  • Squeeze the swab against the wall of the tube to release the sample in the buffer
  • Use the pipet provided to take the extracted sample into the sample well on the test card
  • Wait for 10-15min and then determine the result according to the kit instruction manual

Precautions on the handling of sample and lab waste

  • This kit does not contain any contagious materials, it is safe to ship/use under normal situations.
  • All samples are contagious, please handle them carefully according to local regulations, or following the guidelines of your local CDC/WHO.
  • Used test cards shall be handled carefully as biolab waste, which shall be treated carefully according to guidelines of CDC/WHO.
Background of novel coronavirus and COVID-19

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness, ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV, also known as SARS-CoV-2) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. The disease caused by this novel coronavirus is then named Coronavirus Disease 2019(COVID-19) by WHO. 

Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.

More information can be found on WHO website, CDC website.