This Roche Antigen testing kit faciliates the detection of COVID-19 with rapid return of results.

It is important to note these tests are for professional use only and also in no way replace the NHS Test and Trace system set out by the Government.

Should a positive result be observed we encourage you to contact NHS immediately and follow the normal process logging this with them and follow their instructions, as it is of great importance to maintain and control the spread of this throughout the country.

The SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Rapid Antigen Test enables fast decision making e.g. whether patients need to be put in quarantine, reducing the risk of further spreading. In addition to that it allows for screening of individuals after confirmed exposure to a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infected person or individuals at risk of exposure such as healthcare workers.

Benefits

• Getting a quick result within 15-30 minutes – no need for a follow-up appointment to discuss the result
• Easy handling which does not require specific training
• No instrument required
• Allowing decentralized testing or access to testing in areas where laboratory testing is not available

Each kit contains an individually packaged, ready to use test containing all equipment needed to perform a test, and comprises of:

• Test device – individual foil wrapped with desiccant
• Extraction buffer tube
• Sterile swab and Nozzle cap
• Film (to attach to test device to facilitate outdoor testing)
• Instructions for use and Quick Reference Guide

Features 

• Five simple steps, with results after 15 minutes
• Quick and Easy to read result
• Excellent performance, Sensitivity 96.52% and Specificity 99.68%