COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test for Self Use (Nasal Swab Sample)

Operating Procedures 

1. Take out the Nasal Swab supplied in the kit, being careful not to touch the head end of the swab with your hand.
2. Gently insert the swab (usually 1/2 to3/4 of an inch) into the nostril. Firmly and slowly brush against insides of nostril in a circular motion against the nasal wall at least 5 times. Be sure to collect any nasal drainage on the swab. Using the same swab, repeat the same sample collection procedure for the other nostril, be sure to brush both nostrils with the same swab.
3. Remove the sealing aluminum foil from the buffer bottle, and place it on the shelf.
4. Place the swab sample into the Tube (contains Extraction Buffer), touch the bottom of the tube with the swab tip. Vigorously rotate and twist the swab against the side of the tube at least 15 times.
5. Squeeze the sides of the extraction tube to obtain as much liquid as possible and take out the swab.
6. Close the buffer cap and press it tightly, put the swab back into the package. Safely dispose of the swab and the package.
7. Add 3 drops extracted sample from the Extraction Tube to the specimen well of the  COVID-19 Test Card. Waiting for 15 minutes.   
8. Read the results.

Result Interpretation

Positive

Two red lines appear, the control line (C) and the test line (T). The result is positive.

Negative

Only the red control line (C) appears. The result is negative.

Invalid

If no red line appears in the position of control line (C), the test result is invalid regardless of color on the test line (T). Insufficient specimen volume or incorrect procedures are the most common reasons for control line (C) failure. Review the procedure and repeat the test with a new test device.